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title: Zimbabwe visa for citizens of India
description: "Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $30. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Zimbabwe visa for citizens of India

Citizens of India 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 (single entry)
- **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
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay may be requested at the border

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility** — Confirm Indian passport holders qualify for Zimbabwe visa on arrival (Category B).
2. **Prepare documents** — Gather passport, photos, return ticket, accommodation and funds proof.
3. **Fly/travel to Zimbabwe** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at the airport or land border.
4. **Submit form and documents** — Hand over the arrival form, passport and supporting documents to the immigration officer.
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the fee in USD cash (approx. USD 30 for single entry).
6. **Receive visa sticker** — The officer affixes the visa in your passport; verify the stay period stamped.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport valid at least 6 months** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Completed arrival/visa form** (Supporting): Provided and filled at the port of entry.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): Recent photo may be requested at the border.
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return travel is required.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or host address in Zimbabwe.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, card or bank statement showing ability to cover the stay.
- **Yellow fever certificate** (Supporting): Required if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- credit/debit card
- bank statement

No fixed minimum stated; officers may ask for evidence you can support your stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival availability and fees can change; verify with the Zimbabwe Department of Immigration or nearest embassy before travel.
- Carry USD cash in small denominations as card payment may not be accepted at borders.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if arriving from an endemic country.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity under 6 months** — Renew your passport before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book and carry a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Insufficient funds or no accommodation proof** — Carry bank statements/cash and a hotel booking or host invitation.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of India can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (single entry).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $30.

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

Passport valid at least 6 months; Completed arrival/visa form; Passport-size photo; Return/onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Zimbabwe Entry Requirements for Indian Citizens — Visa on Arrival ... (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
- Zimbabwe Visa On Arrival (zimbabwe-visa.com, third-party site)
- Zimbabwe Visa on Arrival 2026 — Eligible Countries, Cost & Requirements (zimembassyinfo.com, third-party site)

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