Colombia passport → Zambia

Zambia visa for citizens of Colombia

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Colombia 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
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 the stay

How to apply

1
Arrive at Zambian port of entry
Present yourself at the immigration counter upon arrival
2
Complete visa on arrival form
Fill out the required immigration form at the border
3
Submit documents and pay fee
Provide passport, photo, onward ticket, and pay the visa fee in cash
4
Receive visa stamp and enter
After approval, the visa is stamped into your passport

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page
Recent passport-size photo
1-2 photos as per ICAO standards

Travel

Completed arrival form
Filled at the border
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Zambia
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or host invitation

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash for the stay

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
If arriving from an endemic country
Travel insurance
Optional
Recommended but not mandatory

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Equivalent of $500 as proof of funds

Bank statement
Cash
Credit card

Immigration may ask for evidence of sufficient funds

Good to know

Visa on Arrival is only available at certain ports of entry like Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Ensure you have the exact fee in cash (USD or local currency) as no change may be available

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Check passport expiration and renew if necessary

Lack of sufficient funds

Carry bank statements or enough cash for the intended stay

Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate

No return or onward ticket

Book a confirmed onward/return flight before travel

FAQ

Do citizens of Colombia need a visa for Zambia?

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

How long can citizens of Colombia stay in Zambia?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Colombia need for Zambia?

Valid passport; Completed arrival form; Recent passport-size photo; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Zambia?

At least 6 months.

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