South Africa
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
Zimbabwe admits South African 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
Zimbabwean citizens travelling to South Africa
ZimbabweSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Zimbabwe
Travel advice for Zimbabwe
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- 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 South Africa to Zimbabwe, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Zimbabwe at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 June 2023), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Zimbabwe (updated 15 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Zimbabwe (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in Zimbabwe
South African citizens may stay in Zimbabwe for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe’s neighbours for South African citizens
Mozambique, Botswana and Zambia admit South African citizens visa-free.
Zimbabwean citizens travelling to South Africa
Zimbabwean citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in Zimbabwe?
South African citizens can stay in Zimbabwe for up to 90 days.
Do Zimbabwean citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Zimbabwean citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can South African citizens enter Zimbabwe visa-free?
Yes, South African citizens can enter Zimbabwe 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.