Zambia visa requirements for Namibians

Travel and visa requirements

Zambian Visa is not required for Namibians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • For a period of 90 days, Namibia nationals can travel to Zambia without a visa.
  • Intending 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, travellers with amounts above USD 5,000 will be required to declare it.
  • Travellers from Namibia visiting Zambia must present evidence 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.
  • Tourists with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Namibia.
  • Citizens of Namibia are also required to possess a return ticket to Namibia or onward destination.
  • A copy of a tourist recent bank statement will be required to prove that they have enough funds to spend while in Zambia
  • A yellow fever vaccination is not required from nationals of Namibia. They are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling.
  • Intending visitors can get to Zambia from any international airport in Namibia. There are international airports in Windhoek and Walvis Bay.
  • Air Namibia, RwandAir, British Airways and South African Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Namibia to Zambia.
  • The estimated flight duration from Windhoek to Lusaka, Zambia is 2 hours, 15 minutes, and from Walvis Bay, it is 5 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 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 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.
  • 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 same 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

What is the official currency used in Zambia?

The official currency in Zambia is Zambian Kwacha. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.

Is Zambia safe for tourist travel?

Zambia is generally a safe country to visit.  Around 800,000 tourists visit Zambia every year, and most of these visits are trouble-free. As with many third-world countries, theft and muggings are relatively common, so tourists are advised to remain cautious while in the country.

Do I need to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate before travelling to Zambia?

Although a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required from nationals of Namibians, they are advised to be vaccinated against other common illnesses before travelling.

What is the best time to travel to Zambia?

The best time to visit Zambia is from June to September when it is warm and dry. It gets very hot in October and November, then rains from November to April, when many camps are closed as the roads are impassable.