Zambia visa requirements for Botswanas
Travel and visa requirements
Zambian Visa is not required for Botswanas
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Nationals of Botswana can visit Zambia for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of Zambia. The passport should have at least three blank pages for visa stamping.
- On entry and exit into Zambia, tourists with amounts above USD 5000 will be required to declare it.
- Tourists travelling to Zambia must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Zambia. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
- Travellers with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Botswana.
- Visitors will also be required to provide a return ticket to Botswana or onward destination.
- Intending visitors can get to Zambia from any international airport in Botswana. There are international airports in Gaborone and Francistown.
- Air Namibia, Air Botswana, British Airways, and South African Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Botswana to Zambia.
- The estimated flight duration from Gaborone to Lusaka, Zambia is 3 hours, 55 minutes and from Francistown, it is 7 hours, 25 minutes.
- Zambia has two distinct seasons. Winter is from May through August which is the most comfortable time to travel, and summer is from mid-November through till the end of April and is characterized by warm to hot temperatures with constant rainfall.
- Zambia is predominantly a Christian country, with about 96% of the entire population practising the religion. Various Traditional faiths are the minority religion in Zambia.
- Zambian Kwacha is the official currency used in Zambia. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- Zambia has about seven regional languages and they include Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga, Lozi, Lunda, Kaonde, and Luvale. However, English is the official language.
- Solwezi, Sioma Ngwezi National Park, Chingola and Blue Lagoon National Park are some of the places tourists can visit while in Zambia.
- Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are crepes, enchilada casserole, tikka masala and the special thali.
- Zambia uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2). Both countries are in the timezone.
- The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type C, D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Zambia.
- Transportation in Zambia is facilitated by buses, train, taxis and small boats.
- Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zambia safe for tourist travel?
Well yes. Although there may be occasional petty theft, Zambia has been politically stable for many years now. Tourists are advised to remain cautious throughout their stay in Zambia.
Is the tap water in Zambia safe for tourist consumption?
Depending on which part of Zambia you are staying in, you should be able to drink the tap water. For the most part, bottled water remains the safest option.
What language is spoken in Zambia?
English is the official language of Zambia. Nevertheless, Zambia has about seven regional languages and they include Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga, Lozi, Lunda, Kaonde, and Luvale.
Is hunting allowed in Zambia?
Trophy hunting may take place during the hunting season, but no hunting is allowed at night. Hunting with artificial light is also prohibited. The Zambian government strictly controls the minimum number of days for a hunting safari based on the species being hunted.