Zambian Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Zambian passport holders can visit 38 countries visa-free, plus 56 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Zambian passport is ranked #125 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Zambian passport is a travel document issued to citizens of Zambia, a landlocked country in Southern Africa. With approximately 18 million inhabitants, Zambia is known for its diverse culture and vast wildlife areas.

Holders of a Zambian passport enjoy visa-free access to 38 countries. Additionally, 43 countries offer electronic visas, while 13 countries allow visas upon arrival. However, 99 countries still require a visa for Zambian passport holders.

Zambian passports are valid for 10 years from the date of issue. They can be obtained through the Passports and Citizenship Office, operated under the Department of National Registration, Passport and Citizenship of Zambia.

Some destinations that require a visa for Zambian passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Zambian passport holders are Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Botswana, Tanzania and Eswatini.

Visa free countries

So, where can Zambians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Zambia citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Africa

🇦🇴 Angola (90 days)
🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇧🇼 Botswana (90 days)
🇸🇿 Eswatini (30 days)
🇬🇲 Gambia (90 days)
🇰🇪 Kenya (3 months)
🇱🇸 Lesotho (90 days)
🇲🇼 Malawi (90 days)
🇲🇺 Mauritius (180 days)
🇲🇿 Mozambique (3 months)
🇳🇦 Namibia (3 months)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (30 days)
🇿🇦 South Africa (90 days)
🇹🇿 Tanzania (3 months)
🇺🇬 Uganda (3 months)
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe (3 months)

Americas

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda (6 months)
🇧🇸 Bahamas (3 months)
🇧🇧 Barbados (6 months)
🇧🇿 Belize (N/A)
🇩🇲 Dominica (6 months)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇬🇩 Grenada (3 months)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇯🇲 Jamaica (N/A)
🇱🇨 Saint Lucia (6 weeks)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (3 months)
🇸🇷 Suriname (90 days)
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago (N/A)

Asia

🇧🇩 Bangladesh (90 days)
🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)
🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)

Oceania

🇫🇯 Fiji (4 months)
🇰🇮 Kiribati (90 days)
🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (60 days)
🇻🇺 Vanuatu (120 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Zambian passport holders visit without a visa?

Zambian passport holders can visit 38 countries visa-free, plus 56 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Zambian passport holders?

Zambian passport holders can travel visa-free to Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Botswana, Tanzania, Eswatini, Rwanda, Angola, and 30 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Zambia citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Zambia, 38 are visa-free, 43 can be visited with an e-visa and 13 with a visa on arrival, while 99 require a visa, as of October 2026.