Zambia for citizens of Portugal

🔑 How to enter to Zambia from Portugal

To enter Zambia, Portuguese 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 Portuguese 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 Portuguese passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Portuguese passport. You are allowed to stay in Zambia for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Portuguese citizens to visit Zambia with tourist visa

• Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens on the territory of Zambia is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

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

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

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

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

3. What happens if a Portuguese 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 Portugal 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 Portuguese citizens to enter Zambia without a visa?

   Portuguese 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 Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.