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title: Zimbabwe visa for citizens of Ireland
description: "Citizens of Ireland can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Stay up to 30 days. 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 Ireland

Citizens of Ireland 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 · Business (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 stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Zimbabwe port of entry** — Proceed to the immigration desk for visa on arrival
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, invitation letter, and pay visa fee in USD cash
4. **Receive visa and enter** — Visa is stamped in passport; proceed to baggage claim

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Zimbabwe
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash
- **Business invitation letter** (Employment): From Zimbabwean company or organization
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): Completed on arrival
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): One recent photo
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Payable in USD cash at the port of entry

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Cash

Sufficient funds for the duration of stay

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only for business purposes; tourist visa on arrival may not be available for Irish passport holders.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and blank pages.
- Carry USD cash for visa fee payment as cards may not be accepted.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry proof of sufficient funds (bank statement or cash)
- **Missing business invitation letter** — Obtain a letter from the Zimbabwean host company

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Ireland can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Business (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Business invitation letter; Visa application form; and 2 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Zimbabwe visa for every passport](/visa/zimbabwe)
- [Every destination for Ireland passport holders](/visa/passport/ireland)
