There are 3 categories of visas in Zimbabwe:

Category A: Countries whose citizens do not need a visa. No action is required, you will be granted unhindered entry at any border crossing point. Citizens of countries falling under this category can stay in Zimbabwe for up to 180 days.

Category B: Countries whose citizens receive a Zimbabwean visa at the port of entry when paying the required visa fee. These visas are easiest to obtain on arrival at the airport or at the border point. You can pre-apply for a visa online at the Zimbabwe eVisa website. Zimbabwe's approved online visa for tourism allows you to stay in the country for 3 months, and can also be extended for an additional period of validity after entering the country.

Category C: Countries whose citizens must apply and obtain a Zimbabwean visa before traveling. You can apply for a visa through the Zimbabwe High Commission in your country or neighboring country. Another way is to apply online.

An electronic visa to Zimbabwe can be issued as a tourist visa for recreation, sightseeing, or visiting family or friends, which allows you to stay in the country for 3 months, a transit visa to travel through Zimbabwe to your destination, or a visa for business activities, for example, to sign contracts or participate in conferences that allows you to stay in the republic for 30 days.

Tourist Visa

A tourist visa is issued to applicants who want to enter Zimbabwe for tourism, visits, and sightseeing purposes. The tourist visa allows its holder to stay in the country for 90 days.

Conference Visa

A conference visa is issued to applicants who must attend a conference, meeting, or seminar in Zimbabwe. A conference visa is valid for one month, and it is non-renewable. To apply for a conference visa, applicants must submit the following documents:

• Valid passport.
• Passport photo.
• Previous Zimbabwe visa (if applicable).
• An invitation letter.
• Proof of residence in their home country.

Business Visa

A business visa is issued to applicants who need to enter the country for business purposes, including business meetings, business travel trips, projects, etc. A business visa is valid for 30 days, and it is non-renewable. To apply for a business visa, submit the following documents:

• A valid passport.
• A passport-sized photo.
• A invitation letter from the business in Zimbabwe.
• A business letter including the purpose of your visit to Zimbabwe.
• A business profile of the applicant.
• A copy of your previous Zimbabwe visa (if applicable).