Zambia visa for British citizens

As a United Kingdom passport holder, you're fortunate to enjoy visa-free entry to Zambia, allowing for stays of up to 30 days without prior application. For those flying from the United Kingdom, direct services from London Heathrow typically arrive after a journey of around 10 to 11 hours, often landing in Lusaka or Livingstone, both key gateways to the country's renowned safari parks and the majestic Victoria Falls. Planning your visit during the dry season, from May to October, is highly recommended for optimal wildlife viewing and exploring the Zambezi River. While your UK passport grants you convenient visa-free entry, it's worth noting Zambia offers six different visa types to cater to visitors from other nationalities, covering diverse travel purposes.

Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TouristSingle Entry Visa
90d$50valid 3mo
Apply
TouristDouble Entry Visa
90d$80double-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristMultiple Entry Visa
90d$80multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
7d$25valid 7d
Apply
TouristDay Tripper Visa
1d$20valid 1d
TouristKAZA UNIVISA
30d$50multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply
OtherGratis Visa
90d$0valid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visitor Visa (Single Entry)
30d$25valid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visitor Visa (Double Entry)
30ddouble-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visitor Visa (Multiple Entry)
30d$75multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
StudentStudy Permit
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkTemporary Employment Permit (Short-Term)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkEmployment Permit (Long-Term)
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherResidence Permit
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherInvestor's Permit
multiple-entry
Apply

Eligible for universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zimbabwe.

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