List of African Countries Whose Citizens Don't Need Visa to Visit Zambia
- The Zambia Department of Immigration has updated its list of passport holders who can enter the country without a visa
- Under the current guidelines, 22 African countries and territories enjoy complete visa-free entry
- Visa-exempt travellers arriving by air must hold a valid return ticket, while those arriving by land or water must show proof of sufficient funds
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Zambia has released its updated visa guidelines, making it much easier for global travellers to experience its rich cultural heritage, famous national parks, and the breathtaking Victoria Falls.
In a push to boost tourism and streamline regional integration, the Zambia Department of Immigration has highlighted a long list of international travellers who enjoy visa-free entry.
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Among these, several African nations are granted a complete visa-exempt status, allowing their citizens to cross the Zambian borders seamlessly.
The government emphasises that while these individuals do not need to apply for a visa, they must still comply with standard entry policies.
Specifically, any non-citizens or non-residents arriving in Zambia by air must possess a valid return air ticket.
For those arriving via land or water border posts, travellers must show proof of sufficient funds to support their stay and secure their eventual departure.
If you are travelling on an African passport, here is the official, numbered list of African countries whose citizens do not require a visa to enter Zambia:
African countries exempt from Zambian visa requirement
- Angola
- Botswana
- Cape Verde
- Comoros
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mayotte (Territory)
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Reunion (Territory)
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland (Eswatini)
- Tanzania
- Uganda
- Zimbabwe
Full list: Countries eligible for Ethiopia visa on arrival
Legit.ng previously reported that Ethiopia published a list of countries whose citizens can obtain a tourist visa on arrival, making it easier for eligible international travellers to visit the East African nation without securing a visa before departure.
The visa-on-arrival scheme is available to tourists from approved countries. It allows eligible visitors to obtain their entry visa upon arrival in Ethiopia, subject to the country's immigration requirements.
UAE releases list of countries eligible for visa-free entry
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the United Arab Emirates published its updated entry guidelines, confirming that citizens from at least 70 countries can enter the nation without a pre-arranged visa.
The policy facilitates smoother access for international visitors as the country handles millions of arrivals across its major airport networks.
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