- Address
- Plot 6407, Diplomatic Triangle, Lusaka
- Phone
- +260 21 125-21-83
- Website
- zambia.mid.ru
- Head of mission
- Ярахмедов Азим Алаудинович
Russia
Zambia
Russian Embassy in Zambia
1 embassy
In Zambia, Russia has an embassy in Lusaka. Zambian citizens need a visa for Russia, obtained before travel.
Russian Embassy in Lusaka
At Plot 6407, Diplomatic Triangle, Lusaka, the Russian embassy represents Russia towards Zambia. The head of mission on record is Ярахмедов Азим Алаудинович. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Russia visa for Zambian citizens
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Russia visa requirements for citizens of Zambia
- Unified electronic visa (e-visa)
- Regular tourist visa
- Private, business, study and work visas (invitation-based)
- 11 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Russia requires Zambian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Zambia, applications go to the Russian embassy in Lusaka, or to a visa centre working for Russia.
Zambia’s missions in Russia
Missions of Zambia in Russia (1)
In return, Zambia has an embassy in Russia, in Moscow.
Good to know
Russia in Zambia
Worldwide, Russia has 301 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Zambia.
Travel to Zambia for Russian citizens
Russian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Zambia, valid for stays of up to 90 days. In Zambia, Russian citizens can turn to the Russian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the Russian embassy in Zambia is closed
The Russian embassy in Zambia closes on Zambia’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and International Women's Day on Monday 8 March 2027, and usually on some holidays of Russia, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Russian embassy in Zambia?
The Russian embassy is in Lusaka, at Plot 6407, Diplomatic Triangle, Lusaka.
Do Zambian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Russia requires Zambian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Zambia?
Zambia issues Russian citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Does Zambia have an embassy in Russia?
Yes, Zambia has its embassy in Moscow.