Belarus passport → Zambia

Zambia visa for citizens of Belarus

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days)

Citizens of Belarus can get a visa on arrival in Zambia.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (not specified amount)

How to apply

1
Prepare documents
Ensure passport valid 6+ months, have photo, onward ticket, accommodation proof, yellow fever vaccine certificate (if applicable), and visa fee in cash.
2
Board flight to Zambia
Obtain boarding pass; airline may check documents at check-in.
3
Arrive at Zambian port of entry (airport/land border)
Proceed to immigration/Visa on Arrival counter.
4
Fill out visa application form (if required)
Complete the form provided at the counter.
5
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over passport, photo, proof of onward travel, accommodation, and vaccination certificate; pay the visa fee in cash.
6
Wait for visa issuance
Processing is typically done within a few minutes.
7
Receive visa sticker in passport
The visa on arrival is affixed to your passport; keep it safe.
8
Proceed to immigration control
Show passport with visa and receive entry stamp.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)
Passport-size photograph (usually 2x2 inches)
Background must be white.

Travel

Completed visa on arrival application form (if required at border)
May be provided at the arrival counter.
Proof of onward/return ticket
Show departure from Zambia.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or host invitation letter.

Financial

Payment for visa fee in cash (USD or local currency)
Amount varies; have exact change.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if travelling from or through an endemic area.

Proof of funds

Cash (USD or local currency)

Exact visa fee amount not provided; carry sufficient USD to cover fee plus expenses.

Good to know

Visa on Arrival is subject to immigration officer's discretion.
Not all ports of entry may offer VOA; confirm availability before travel.
Have exact change for visa fee as change may not be available.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Renew passport before travel.

Lack of onward/return ticket

Book and carry printed proof of onward ticket.

Incomplete or missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate if arriving from endemic zone.

Failure to pay visa fee in acceptable currency

Carry US dollars in cash (or local kwacha) for payment.

FAQ

Do citizens of Belarus need a visa for Zambia?

Citizens of Belarus can get a visa on arrival in Zambia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days).

How long can citizens of Belarus stay in Zambia?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Belarus need for Zambia?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Completed visa on arrival application form (if required at border); Passport-size photograph (usually 2x2 inches); Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 1 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Zambia?

At least 6 months.

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