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title: Zimbabwe visa for citizens of Ethiopia
description: "Citizens of Ethiopia can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Zimbabwe visa for citizens of Ethiopia

Citizens of Ethiopia can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe.

*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 (3 months) / Business (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Zimbabwe port of entry** — Proceed to the immigration/VOA counter upon landing.
2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the visa on arrival form provided by immigration.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, photo, form, onward ticket, and pay the visa fee in cash (USD).
4. **Receive visa and entry stamp** — Immigration officer processes and issues visa, then stamps passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Return ticket or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel is required.
- **Visa application form (completed on arrival)** (Travel): Form is provided at the port of entry.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity): One recent photograph.
- **Payment for visa fee** (Financial): Visa fee of approximately USD 50, payable in cash (USD) at entry.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): May be requested to show hotel booking or host address.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested to demonstrate ability to cover stay.

## Proof of funds


Visa fee of ~USD 50 must be paid in cash (USD) at arrival.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket.** — Have a printed or digital return or onward ticket ready.
- **Incorrect or insufficient visa fee payment.** — Carry exact amount in USD cash.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Ethiopia need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Citizens of Ethiopia can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (3 months) / Business (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Ethiopia stay in Zimbabwe?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Zimbabwe visa cost for citizens of Ethiopia?

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of Ethiopia need for Zimbabwe?

Valid passport; Return ticket or onward ticket; Visa application form (completed on arrival); Passport-sized photo; Payment for visa fee; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Zimbabwe?

At least 6 months.

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