Business & investor visas
Zambian Investor's Permit
The permit for foreign nationals establishing, investing in or joining a business in Zambia.
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Under review — check current rules
Capital thresholds (US$250,000 new / US$150,000 existing) are drawn from the official permit-types page but should be reconfirmed as current, as investment-linked figures are periodically revised.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Zambia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Investor's Permit
- Route type
- Investor / business permit
- Minimum age
- 18 years
- Capital (new business)
- US$250,000
- Threshold per the official permit-types page; confirm current figure
- Capital (existing company)
- US$150,000
- Threshold per the official permit-types page; confirm current figure
- Path to residence
- Investor's Permit held 3+ years is a route to a Residence Permit
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals establishing or investing in a Zambian business
- Those joining an already existing company as an investor
Requirements
- Certificate of incorporation and certificate of share/minimum capital
- Proof of the required investment capital
- Bank statements or money-transfer documentation
- Proof of property ownership or a lease agreement
- Passport copy with endorsements and the prescribed fee
- Immigration inspection report after submission
What you can do
- Establish, invest in or join a business in Zambia
- Work toward permanent residence after three years
How to apply
- Register the business and assemble capital and company evidence
- Submit the application; an immigration inspection follows submission
- Pay the prescribed fee
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.