Study visas
Zimbabwean Student Permit
A permit authorising a foreign national to study at an approved educational institution in Zimbabwe.
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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 Zimbabwe government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Student Permit
- Route type
- Study permit (residence permit category)
- Cost
- USD 200, plus USD 300 per dependant (Scholars Permit: USD 100)
- Per the Department of Immigration fees schedule
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals accepted to study at an approved Zimbabwean institution
- Scholars pursuing scholarly study (Scholars Permit)
Requirements
- Completed residence permit application form (I.F.5)
- Application letter addressed to the Chief Director of Immigration (CDI)
- Letter of acceptance from the school
- Clearance letter from the Ministry of Education
- Certified passport bio-data page
- Two passport-sized photos
- Statutory fee of USD 200, plus USD 300 per dependant
How to apply
- Secure acceptance from an approved institution and Ministry of Education clearance
- Submit the application and documents to the Department of Immigration
- Pay the statutory permit 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.