United Kingdom
Zambia
Zambia visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens can visit Zambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at zambiahc.org.uk
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Zambian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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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 the United Kingdom 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Zambia
British citizens may stay in Zambia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Zambia.
Zambia’s neighbours for British citizens
Mozambique, Malawi and Angola admit British citizens visa-free.
Zambian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires Zambian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Zambia?
British citizens can visit Zambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Zambia?
British citizens can stay in Zambia for up to 90 days.
Do Zambian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Zambian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter Zambia visa-free?
Yes, British 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.