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Zambia visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
Zambia admits French citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Zambian citizens travelling to France
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Travel advice for Zambia
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from France to Zambia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Zambia at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 30 July 2023), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Zambia (updated 1 June 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Zambia (updated 22 October 2026).
Good to know
How long French citizens can stay in Zambia
French citizens may stay in Zambia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Zambia.
Zambia’s neighbours for French citizens
Mozambique, Malawi and Angola admit French citizens visa-free.
Zambian citizens travelling to France
Zambian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for Zambia?
Zambia admits French citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can French citizens stay in Zambia?
French citizens can stay in Zambia for up to 90 days.
Do Zambian citizens need a visa for France?
Zambian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Can French citizens enter Zambia visa-free?
Yes, French citizens can enter Zambia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.