Zambia Travel Guide

Passports

Country	Passport Required	Visa Required	Return Ticket Required
Australian	Yes	Yes	Yes
British	Yes	Yes	Yes
Other EU	Yes	Yes/1/2	Yes
USA	Yes	Yes	Yes
Canadian	Yes	Yes	Yes

Passport valid for six months from the visa's date of expiry required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Required by nationals referred to in the chart above except the following for stays of up to 30 days:
(a) 1. nationals of Cyprus, Ireland and Malta allowed free entry at the ariport (all other EU nationals do require a visa);
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Visa Note

2. Nationals of Croatia, Czech Republic and Greece must obtain their visa before travel. All other EU nationals requiring a visa may buy it at port of entry.

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist, Business, Private and Transit. £35 (single-entry); £60 (double and multiple-entry).

Validity

Six months from date of issue for a stay of maximum 30 days.

Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at high commission or embassy).

Working Days Required

Three, if submitted in person. Allow five for postal applications.

Travel Warnings

Most visits to Zambia are trouble free.

Zambia's next Presidential elections will be held in 2011. It is advised that you avoid any political rallies, demonstrations or large gatherings.

Any non-Zambian national overstaying their visa, not renewing their residence permit or working without a permit, including volunteer workers, risk arrest, imprisonment and deportation. A number of British nationals have recently been arrested and charged with immigration offenses.

Travelers are advised to exercise caution when in the rural parts the parts of the North Western, Copperbelt, Central and Luapula provinces that are close to the border areas with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly with the rural areas after dark. There are continuing reports of armed cross-border raids from the DRC. Travelers should also be aware that there is a risk of landmines on the Angola side of the Zambia/Angola border, as well as on the Zambia/Mozambique and Zamiba/DRC borders.

The threat from terrorism is low, but travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

Since early January 2008, heavy rains across Zambia have resulted in some flooding, particularly in Southern Province. Road travel may be affected. Travelers should check local reports for more information.

Travelers should avoid taking pictures of sites deemed sensitive by the Zambian government, including power stations, army barracks, airports and government buildings. If in doubt, do not take pictures.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

Health service is not free. Adequate health care cannot be assured outside main towns. It is advisable to carry basic medical supplies as they are limited in Zambia. Comprehensive health insurance is recommended and it should include emergency air evacuation coverage if you are spending time in remote parts of the country.

Vaccinations

Vaccination	Special Precaution
Diphtheria	Yes
Hepatitis A	Yes
Malaria	Yes
Rabies	Sometimes
Tetanus	Yes
Typhoid	Yes
Yellow Fever	Sometimes