Zambia visa requirements for Cambodians

Travel and visa requirements

Zambian Visa is not required for Cambodians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Visitors from Cambodia can visit Zambia for a duration of 90 days by applying for an e-visa.
  • Cambodians can also gain entry into Zambia by obtaining a visa on arrival at any international airport or land border.
  • All visitors are required to possess 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 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 Cambodia.
  • Nationals of Cambodia are as well required to possess a return ticket to Cambodia or onward destination.
  • Intending visitors can get to Zambia from any international airport in Cambodia. There are international airports in Phnom Penh and Siem reap.
  • THAI, Kenya Airways, Bangkok Airways, Cathay Pacific and Ethiopian Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Cambodia to Zambia.
  • The estimated flight duration from Phnom Penh to Lusaka, Zambia is 17 hours, 10 minutes and from Siem reap, it is 17 hours, 5 minutes.
  • 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 two 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 a Christian dominating country, with about 96% of the entire population practising the religion. Various Traditional faiths are the minority religion in Zambia.
  • 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.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses 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). Cambodia is five hours ahead of Zambia.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 upon the species being hunted.

What is the national food of Zambia?

Zambia's staple food is maize. Nshima makes up the main component of Zambian meals and is made from pounded white maize.

What is the official language 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.

What is Zambia's main export?

The main export of Zambia is copper. The country produces around 1.5 million tonnes of copper each year.