Zambia visa requirements for Kenyans
Travel and visa requirements
Zambian Visa is not required for Kenyans
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- As per the Visa policy of Zambia, Kenyans can visit the country 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.
- Kenya citizens who want to stay beyond the 90-day period are to apply and pay for an extension at the Immigration department.
- 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 will also be required to provide a return ticket to Kenya or onward destination.
- On entry and exit into Zambia, tourists with amounts above USD 5000 will be required to declare it.
- Prospective visitors can travel to Zambia from any of the international airports in Kenya. There are international airports in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
- Kenya Airways, RwandAir and Ethiopian Airways are some of the Airlines that constantly fly from Kenya to Zambia.
- The estimated flight duration from Nairobi to Lusaka, Zambia is 2 hours, 50 minutes, 7 hours, 40 minutes from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 5 hours, 40 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 is predominantly a Christian 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.
- Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are crepes, enchilada casserole, tikka masala and the special thali.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Zambia.
- 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 uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2), which puts Kenya an hour ahead in time.
- 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 possible with 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
Can I travel to Zambia if I am pregnant?
Yes. It is absolutely safe to travel to Zambia while pregnant. However, extra caution should be taken when visiting malaria-risk areas in the country.
How rich is Zambia?
Zambia is one of the world's wealthiest nations, if you measure wealth by natural resources. Mining companies have extracted nearly $30 billion worth of copper from Zambia in the past 10 years, a period of high prices for the metal.
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.
Are there good hospitals in Zambia?
The health sector in Zambia is still growing, however, the country can boast of several good hospitals.