Africa
Zimbabwe
- Capital
- Harare
- Population
- 16,950,795
- Currency
- Zimbabwean Gold (ZWG)
- Calling code
- +263
- Languages
- English, Shona, South Ndebele
- 36missions
- 35embassies
- 1honorary consulate
Zimbabwe
Embassies and consulates in Zimbabwe
embassies in Harare
Diplomatic missions from 36 countries are based in Zimbabwe, 36 missions in all (35 embassies and 1 honorary consulate). All 35 embassies are in the capital, Harare.
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All missions in Zimbabwe
By country
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Algeria 1 embassy1 -
Australia 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Greece 1 embassy1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Indonesia 1 embassy1 -
Iran 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Kuwait 1 embassy1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy1 -
Mozambique 1 embassy1 -
Namibia 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Palestine 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1
Show all 36
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Russia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sudan 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy1 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
Tanzania 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe visa guide · 7 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 41 can enter visa-free, 103 get a visa on arrival and 54 need an e-Visa for Zimbabwe.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Zimbabwe
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7,856 | 6,841 | 851 | 11.1% | 39.8% |
| 2024 | 8,288 | 6,802 | 1,320 | 16.2% | 37.2% |
| 2025 | 9,657 | 8,042 | 1,461 | 15.4% | 34.2% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | 2,438 | 2,168 | 9.3% |
| Spain | 1,933 | 1,720 | 8.5% |
| Italy | 1,735 | 1,702 | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | 1,587 | 880 | 42.7% |
| Germany | 1,324 | 1,049 | 20.6% |
| Greece | 448 | 354 | 20.8% |
| Portugal | 192 | 169 | 12.0% |
Schengen consulates in Zimbabwe received 9,657 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 8,042 visas. 15.4% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). That is barely different from 2024 (16.2%). Applications rose by 17% compared with 2024 (8,288).
Most applications went to France (2,438), Spain (1,933), Italy (1,735) and the Netherlands (1,587).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Italy’s (1.9%) and the highest the Netherlands’ (42.7%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of the Netherlands (+5.5 points), the largest fall at those of France (−7.8 points).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Zimbabwe.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Zimbabwe
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 7,731 | 5,873 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,755 | 2,794 |
| Exchange (J) | 759 | 586 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 373 | 319 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 4,483 | 3,138 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 839 | 774 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 67 | 19 |
| Other | 0 | 5 |
| Total | 16,007 | 13,508 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 39.5% | 37.6% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 13,508 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Zimbabwe, the 68th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 43%, transit and crew visas 23% and student visas 21%. That is 16% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (16,007).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Zimbabwe received 2,570, 62% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 37.6% for citizens of Zimbabwe in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 39.5%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Zimbabwe’s own missions abroad
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Zimbabwe’s embassies abroad (28)
Zimbabwe itself has 28 missions abroad, in 26 countries. Its largest networks are in Mozambique (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Zimbabwe
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Unity Day
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 35 embassies are in the capital, Harare.
Travel advice for Zimbabwe
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Zimbabwe: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Zimbabwe?
Of 198 passports, 41 can enter visa-free, 103 get a visa on arrival and 54 need an e-Visa for Zimbabwe; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Zimbabwe closed?
On Zimbabwe’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Unity Day on Tuesday 22 December 2026.