Zimbabwe visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Zimbabwean Visa is not required for Indians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • India nationals do not need to apply for the Zimbabwean visa (that is, they are visa-free) before they can visit the country.
  • 90 days of stay, is the staying duration granted to Indian citizens who are visiting Zimbabwe.
  • Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond their date of entry into Zimbabwe.
  • The passport should have a minimum of three blank pages for necessary stampings.
  • On entry and exit into Zimbabwe, tourists with amounts above USD 10,000 will be required to declare it.
  • You are to be levied an airport tax of USD 20 for tourist visitors exiting Zimbabwe on international flights, while a tax of USD 5 is levied on those departing on a local flight.
  • Proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in the country. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required from citizens of India. They are advised to get vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling.
  • Visitors will also be required to provide a return ticket to their respective countries or onward destination.
  • Tourists with pets (cats and dogs) need a permit (issued by the Director of Veterinary Services, Causeway, Harare). They also need to possess a health certificate. 
  • Travellers can get to Zimbabwe from any international airport in their countries. There are international airports in Delhi, Chennai other places in India.
  • The estimated flight duration from Delhi, India to Harare, Zimbabwe is 12 hours, 25 minutes.
  • The climate in Zimbabwe both dry season and the rainy season which occur during the period of May to September, and November to March respectively.
  • The Zimbabwean dollar was scraped in 2009 from been Zimbabwe’s official currency, however, currencies like US dollars, South African rand, Botswana pula, British pounds and Euros are being used in the country as a substitute.
  • Zimbabwe has 16 official languages, namely Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Koisan, Nambya, Ndau, Ndebele, Shangani, Shona, sign language, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Venda, and Xhosa. However, the country's main languages are Shona, spoken by roughly 70% of the population, and Ndebele, spoken by about 20%.
  • Most Zimbabweans are Christians, Protestants to be precise. However, there is a small number of Traditional believers, Muslims, Bahá'í Faith and Hinduists, making up the minority religion.
  • Victoria Falls, River Zambezi, Chinhoyi caves and Bulawayo are some of the places tourists can visit while in Zimbabwe.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zimbabwe are Sadza, Nhedz, Whawha and Bota.
  • Zimbabwe uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2), making Indian ahead of Zimbabwe by 3 hours, 30 minutes. 
  • The power and socket plug used in Zimbabwe are of Type D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Always travel with your adapters nonetheless.
  • Transportation in Zimbabwe is possible with buses, trains and taxis. 
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the languages spoken in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe has 16 official languages, namely Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Koisan, Nambya, Ndau, Ndebele, Shangani, Shona, sign language, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Venda, and Xhosa. However, the country's main languages are Shona, spoken by roughly 70% of the population, and Ndebele, spoken by about 20%.

What are the currency accepted as a legal tender in Zimbabwe?

The Zimbabwean dollar was scraped in 2009 from been Zimbabwe’s official currency, however, currencies like US dollars, South African rand, Botswana pula, British pounds and Euros are being used in the country as a substitute.

Where are the best places to visit when travel to Zimbabwe?

Victoria Falls, River Zambezi, Chinhoyi caves and Bulawayo are some of the places tourists can visit while in Zimbabwe.