Embassy
British Embassy Harare
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Zimbabwe visa requirements for British citizens
British citizens get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe, for up to 30 days.
Passport
GBR
United Kingdom
Going to
ZWE
Zimbabwe
Visa on arrival
A visa for one visit, bought when you enter Zimbabwe.
- Visa
- On arrival
- Max stay
- 30 days
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo.
Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
Queue at the visa-on-arrival desk before immigration in Zimbabwe.
Ways into Zimbabwe
Check your nationality before you plan your trip.
eVisa For your passportSingle-entry tourist eVisaAn online visa for one holiday or private visit.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Processing
- 7 days
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Choose holiday on the official visa website.
- Fill in the form and upload your papers.
- Pay the fee shown.
- Wait for approval before travel.
- Take your approval and passport.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days
- Passport photo
- Passport details page scan
- Proof of where you live
- Address in Zimbabwe
- Host invitation, if staying with someone
- Host address or identity proof
- Processing averages 7 working days; apply at least 21 days before travel.
- Follow your approval dates; unused or refused applications get no refund.
Visa on arrival For your passportSingle-entry arrival visaA visa for one visit, bought when you enter Zimbabwe.
- Stay
- 30 days
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- US$30
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Check your nationality before travel.
- Show your passport and 2 photos at the border.
- Pay the fee for your nationality.
- Check the stay written on your entry permission.
Documents required
- Passport
- 2 passport photos
- Bolivian and South Sudanese travellers must confirm eligibility because official lists differ.
- Tourism guidance recommends passport validity for 180 days beyond your planned stay.
Visa on arrival For your passportMultiple-entry arrival visaAn arrival visa for several visits by British, US and Canadian travellers.
- Valid for
- 180 days
- Fee
- US$55
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Confirm availability and the fee with Immigration before travel.
- Ask which papers you need.
- Request multiple entry at the border.
- Pay the confirmed fee.
Documents required
- Passport valid 6 months
- The official visa website limits this route to British, US and Canadian travellers.
eVisaDouble-entry tourist eVisaAn online holiday visa that lets you enter twice.
- Valid for
- 180 days
- Fee
- US$45
- Processing
- 7 days
- Entries
- Double
How to apply
- Choose double entry on the official visa website.
- Fill in the holiday form and upload your papers.
- Pay the fee shown.
- Wait for approval.
Documents required
- Passport photo
- Passport details page scan
- Proof of where you live
- Address in Zimbabwe
- Host invitation, if staying with someone
- Host address or identity proof
- Processing averages 7 working days; apply at least 21 days before travel.
- Stay length is unclear; make your second entry before your visa expires.
eVisaMultiple-entry tourist eVisaAn online visa for people making several holiday visits.
- Valid for
- 180 days
- Fee
- US$55
- Processing
- 7 days
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Check the application route with Immigration.
- Choose prepaid multiple entry on the official visa website.
- Upload your holiday papers and supporting letter.
- Wait for confirmation of your visa and fee.
Documents required
- Holiday visa papers
- Letter explaining several visits
- Processing averages 7 working days.
- Follow the start and end dates on your approval.
Visa on arrivalDouble-entry arrival visaA visa bought at the border that lets you enter twice.
- Valid for
- 180 days
- Fee
- US$45
- Entries
- Double
How to apply
- Check your nationality and fee before travel.
- Ask for double entry at the border.
- Show your papers and pay.
- Check the visa you receive.
Documents required
- Passport valid 6 months
- The guide does not give a clear stay length for each entry.
Sources (25)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Zimbabwe Department of Immigration: Official e-visa portal
- Official e-visa FAQ, visa classes and nationality lists
- Department of Immigration: Online visa and permit process
- Department of Immigration: Fees
- Department of Immigration: Category A
- Department of Immigration: Category B
- Department of Immigration: Category C
- Department of Immigration: Holiday Visa Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Business Visa Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Conferencing Visa Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Student Permit Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Scholar Permit Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Temporary Employment Permit Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Spouse Residence Permit Requirements
- Department of Immigration: Investor Residence Permit Requirements
- Immigration Regulations published by the Department of Immigration
- Zimbabwe Embassy Washington: Visa Information
- Zimbabwe Embassy London: Visa Information
- Zimbabwe Embassy New Delhi: Consular page containing visa information
- Zimbabwe Embassy Berlin: Visas
- Zimbabwe Embassy Ottawa: Visas and portal support
- Zimbabwe Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry: Visa Applications
- Southern African Development Community: Zimbabwe immigration procedures
- Zambia Department of Immigration: Shared KAZA UNIVISA scheme
- Zimbabwe Foreign Affairs e-Protocol portal: Visa and Immigration
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from United Kingdom
- Plugs D GAdapter for some
- MoneyUSD $
- Time+10h
- DrivingOn the leftSame as home
- LanguageBarweSpoken at home too
- Emergency999 police
Planning your Zimbabwe trip
- Victoria FallsThe Zambezi River drops over a vast curtain of falling water on the border with Zambia.
- Great ZimbabweThis ancient stone city is the largest south of the Sahara.
- Mana Pools National ParkSee wildlife and landscapes along the Zambezi River, including elephants.
- Hwange National ParkExplore one of the country's safari destinations and watch wildlife.
Scams to watch for in Zimbabwe
- Taxi overcharging and unclear faresAirport taxis charge a fixed US$25 to the main hotels, described as expensive for the short journey. Drivers attribute this to airport fees. For other journeys, getting in without agreeing a price leaves the fare unclear. An expensive fixed fare alone does not prove fraud.
- Opportunistic theft of belongingsSomeone takes advantage of belongings that are unattended or easy to reach. No specific distraction trick or pickpocket method is described.
- Demands for bribes at checkpoints or border controlAn official may seek an unofficial payment. Most police officers are described as professional and polite, but incidents of corruption and bribery can occur.
About Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is a landlocked republic in Southern Africa, between the Zambezi and Limpopo rivers.
- Capital
- Harare
- Money
- United States dollar ($), Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG)
- Languages
- Barwe, English, Kalanga
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Cars drive on the
- left side
- Calling code
- +263
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Questions
Do british citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?
British citizens get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe, for up to 30 days.
How long can british citizens stay in Zimbabwe?
Up to 30 days each visit with the visa on arrival rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Can I get the Zimbabwe visa at the airport?
Yes. British citizens get the visa when they land in Zimbabwe. Carry cash for the fee, a passport photo, your return ticket and hotel details.
Do zimbabwean citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Zimbabwean citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, from its embassy or consulate.
Do other Europe passports get easier entry to Zimbabwe?
Cyprus, Malta, Albania, Andorra Austria, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Zimbabwe are easier for british citizens?
Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, South Africa Namibia, and 3 more let british citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Zimbabwe?
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo. Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
What money is used in Zimbabwe?
United States dollar ($) and Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Zimbabwe?
Barwe, English, Kalanga Khoisan languages, and 11 more.
How strong is the United Kingdom passport?
It ranks #7 and reaches 155 destinations without applying ahead.
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