Vatican City passport → Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe visa for citizens of Vatican City

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Vatican City 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 (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
Government fee	$50
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Proof of sufficient funds for stay required

How to apply

1
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photo, onward ticket, accommodation proof, and fee in USD cash
2
Arrive at Zimbabwe port of entry
Proceed to the immigration desk at airport, land border or seaport
3
Complete visa application form
Fill out the visitor visa form provided at the counter
4
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over passport, photo, and supporting documents; pay USD 50 fee in cash
5
Receive visa and enter
Immigration officer issues visa sticker valid for up to 30 days

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Passport must have at least 2 blank pages
Passport-size photograph
One recent color photo (2x2 inches)

Travel

Return/onward ticket
Confirmed airline ticket showing departure from Zimbabwe
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation letter

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash for stay

Health

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
If arriving from or transiting through an endemic area

Supporting

Visa fee (cash USD)
USD 50 payable at port of entry

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Sufficient for duration of stay (no fixed minimum stated)

Bank statement
Cash

Proof of funds may be requested at immigration officer's discretion

Good to know

Visa on arrival is issued at discretion of immigration officer; have all documents ready.
Overstaying the 30-day limit may result in fines or deportation.
Yellow fever vaccination may be required if coming from endemic countries.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Check passport expiry before travel and renew if necessary.

No return ticket or onward travel proof

Book a confirmed onward/return ticket before departure.

Unable to pay visa fee in exact cash USD

Carry USD cash in small denominations; credit cards are not accepted.

Missing yellow fever certificate if required

Get vaccinated and carry the WHO yellow card if traveling from a risk area.

FAQ

Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Zimbabwe?

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

How long can citizens of Vatican City stay in Zimbabwe?

Up to 30 days.

How much does the Zimbabwe visa cost for citizens of Vatican City?

Government fee: $50.

What documents do citizens of Vatican City need for Zimbabwe?

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity); Return/onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Passport-size photograph; Visa fee (cash USD); Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Zimbabwe?

At least 6 months.

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