Zambia for citizens of Ireland

🔑 How to enter to Zambia from Ireland

To enter Zambia, Irish citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Zambia, check whether your Irish passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Zambia and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Irish passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Irish passport. You are allowed to stay in Zambia for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Irish citizens to visit Zambia with tourist visa

• Irish citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Zambia. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Irish citizens on the territory of Zambia is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Ireland require a visa to visit the Zambia?

   Irish citizens do not need a visa to visit the Zambia.

2. How long Irish citizens are allowed to stay in Zambia without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Zambia for citizens of Ireland for a visa-free stay is 30 days.

3. What happens if a Irish passport holder stays in Zambia longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Zambia is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Zambia is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Ireland need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Zambia without a visa?

   Zambian immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Irish citizens to enter Zambia without a visa?

   Irish citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Zambia.

6. Can Irish work or study during the visa-free stay in Zambia?

   The Zambia visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Zambia Irish citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.