Zimbabwe Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day you arrive in Zimbabwe and have 3 blank pages. You must have a visa, which most visitors get on arrival.
Zimbabwe travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
3 needed
On arrival or e-visa
Zimbabwe and Zambia combined
Official source: GOV.UK Zimbabwe entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- 6 months passport validity from arrival
- 3 blank pages
- Visa on arrival, usually 30 days
- Bring US dollars in small notes
Passport validity for Zimbabwe
GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Zimbabwe. It must also have 3 blank pages.
Count from the day you arrive, not the day you leave. If your passport expires sooner, renew it before you book.
Visas
You must have a visa to visit Zimbabwe. Most visitors get a visa on arrival, usually for 30 days. Take enough US dollars in small notes to pay for it.
You can also apply for an e-visa before you travel, or use the KAZA Univisa for travel between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Visas are no longer issued by the Zimbabwean Embassy in London.
Arriving and customs
You need a yellow fever certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk.
Declare cash of 10,000 US dollars or more. It is illegal to leave with cash worth more than 2,000 US dollars. Journalists need accreditation before travelling.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Zimbabwe?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Zimbabwe.
Do I need a visa for Zimbabwe?
Yes. GOV.UK says you must have a visa. Most visitors get one on arrival.
How many blank pages do I need for Zimbabwe?
GOV.UK says your passport must have 3 blank pages, in case you need to exit through a neighbouring country or leave at short notice.