Saint Lucia visa requirements for Zimbabweans
Travel and visa requirements
Saint Lucian Visa is not required for Zimbabweans
Stay Duration: 42 days
Entry Requirements
- Nationals of Zimbabwe can get a visa upon their arrival at any international airport in Saint Lucia.
- This visa allows Zimbabwe passport holders to stay in Saint Lucia for a duration of 42 days.
- Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Saint Lucia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- Citizens of Zimbabwe below the age of 18, who want to travel to Saint Lucia must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Saint Lucia and evidence of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country, which can your latest bank statement.
- While travelling to Saint Lucia, Zimbabweans are required to provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Saint Lucia. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- Intending visitors can get to Saint Lucia from international airports in Zimbabwe. There are international airports in Harare and Bulawayo.
- Kenya Airways, British Airways, Qatar Airways, and Air Canada are some of the carriers that fly from Zimbabwe to Saint Lucia.
- The estimated flight time from Harare to Castries, Saint Lucia is 1 day, 3 hours and from Bulawayo, it is 1 day, 7 hours.
- Saint Lucia's official currency is the Eastern Carribean Dollar, although the US Dollar is acceptable throughout the Island. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and other exchange outlets.
- Saint Lucia has a hot and tropical climate, with consistently warm and humid weather all through the year. There are two main seasons in the country. A dry season from January to mid-April and a hot, humid and rainy season from mid-June to November.
- St Lucia Crocodile Centre, Isiphaphalazi Butterfly House, Chané Cheese Farm and Lodge, Veyane Cultural Village and Cape Vidal are some of the centres of attraction in Saint Lucia.
- The official language of Saint Lucia is English. However, a larger percentage of the citizen speak French Patois.
- Christianity is the religion of the majority in Saint Lucia, Roman Catholics as the leading denomination.
- Tourists travelling to Saint Lucia will need an average of $42 for daily expenses.
- Langouste, bouyon, lambi and green figs and saltfish are special delicacies in Saint Lucia.
- Visitors can move around in Saint Lucia with minibuses, taxis, and car rentals.
- Saint Lucia uses the Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4), which puts Zimbabwe six hours ahead in time.
- The power and socket plug used in Saint Lucia are of Type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Saint Lucia is home to an interesting, unique and fascinating culture and history. Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the rainy season in St Lucia?
The wet season in Saint Lucia lasts from June to November and temperatures vary between 23 to 30 degrees. During the rainy season, you can expect showers throughout the day, and occasionally a few days of non-stop rain.
What do they speak in St Lucia?
Are there private beaches in St Lucia?
NO, all beaches in St. Lucia are public. The beaches in the south of the island are less crowded than those in the north of the island. There is far less development along the west and southern coasts of the island.
Can I use US dollars in St Lucia?
The Eastern Caribbean (EC) dollar is used on St Lucia and can be obtained at any bank in the country. Most places accept US dollars, but change will be given in EC dollars.