Visitor & short-stay visas
Zimbabwean Visa on Arrival
A visitor visa issued at a Zimbabwean airport or land border to eligible Category B nationals on payment of the fee.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
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
- Visa on Arrival (Category B)
- Route type
- Visitor visa issued at port of entry
- Validity
- Single entry 1 month; double entry 3 months; multiple entry 6 months
- Cost
- USD 30 single entry (payable in cash at the border)
- Fees per the Department of Immigration fees schedule; other categories priced differently
- Entries
- Multiple-entry on arrival limited to UK, USA and Canada nationals
Who it is for
- Category B nationals arriving at a Zimbabwean airport or land border
- Travellers who have not applied online in advance
- UK, USA and Canada nationals seeking a multiple-entry visa on arrival
Requirements
- Passport valid for the stay with blank pages
- Payment of the visa fee — cash only at the port of entry
- Proof of onward/accommodation arrangements as requested by the immigration officer
How to apply
- Confirm your nationality is in Category B before travelling
- Present your passport at the immigration desk on arrival
- Pay the visa fee in cash
- Receive the visa sticker/stamp and the stay period granted
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.
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