Zambia Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

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Data verified 7 August 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Zambia. Fee: USD 50–150 (~USD 50–150). Processing: Minimum 5 working days (Zambia Immigration's own guidance: the faster 3-working-day track applies only to VoA-eligible nationals; Bangladesh falls under the 'visa prior to travel' category, which takes a minimum of 5 working days).. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Confirmed live on zambiaimmigration.gov.zm: Bangladesh is explicitly listed (#5) under 'Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel' -- eVisa must be obtained and approved before arrival; Bangladesh is NOT on the Visa-on-Arrival list, NOT among the 53 countries granted visa-free entry in Dec 2024, and NOT on the official KAZA UniVisa eligible-nationality list. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (single entry) / USD 80 (double entry) / USD 150 (multiple entry). KAZA UniVisa (USD 50, Zambia+Zimbabwe) does NOT apply to Bangladeshi passport holders.

Visa types: eVisa (Tourist, single/double/multiple entry, Bangladesh must apply prior to travel -- not VoA-eligible); Business eVisa; Long-stay Visa; Work Permit; Student Visa; Investor Visa; Transit; Diplomatic/Official. KAZA UniVisa exists for Zambia+Zimbabwe travel but Bangladesh is not on its eligible-nationality list.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 50 (single entry) / USD 80 (double entry) / USD 150 (multiple entry)

In USDUSD 50-150

In BDTBDT 6,162 - 18,486

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

eVisa Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (single) / 90 days (multi) / 30 days (KAZA UniVisa).

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodeVisa (Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel category -- not VoA or KAZA UniVisa eligible)

Application centreDirect Online

Processing timeMinimum 5 working days (Zambia Immigration's own guidance: the faster 3-working-day track applies only to VoA-eligible nationals; Bangladesh falls under the 'visa prior to travel' category, which takes a minimum of 5 working days).

AppointmentNo · Book

InterviewNo

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day proof)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc No

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination Mandatory Yellow Fever MANDATORY

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance No

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo sizeDigital · digital accepted

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Online application at eservices.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm; Recent digital photo; Hotel booking OR invitation letter; Return ticket; Bank statement (USD 100/day proof); Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (MANDATORY); Travel insurance; For KAZA UniVisa: itinerary covering both Zambia and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls); Apply at least 3 working days before travel.

Visa types (2)

Tourist ★

Single USD 50–150 (~USD 50–150) Minimum 5 working days

Confirmed via live official Zambia Immigration Dept pages: Bangladesh requires eVisa prior to travel, is not KAZA UniVisa eligible.

Business Zambia Business eVisa

Single USD 80 (~USD 80) 5-7 working days

Zambia Business eVisa. KAZA UniVisa is not applicable for Bangladeshi passport holders.

Common rejection reasons

Common BD rejections: (1) Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY; (2) Inadequate hotel/invitation letter; (3) For KAZA UniVisa (USD 50): coherent Zambia+Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) itinerary required; (4) Inadequate financial proof (USD 100/day); (5) Apply at least 3 working days before travel; (6) For Business: invitation from Zambian company.

Good to know

Zambia visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Zambia with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for Zambia (Single entry). Apply via eVisa (Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel category -- not VoA or KAZA UniVisa eligible).

How much does a Zambia visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The Zambia visa fee is USD 50-150 (about BDT 6,162 - 18,486). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Zambia visa?

Typical processing for a Zambia visa is Minimum 5 working days (Zambia Immigration's own guidance: the faster 3-working-day track applies only to VoA-eligible nationals; Bangladesh falls under the 'visa prior to travel' category, which takes a minimum of 5 working days).. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Zambia on this visa?

A Zambia visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of eVisa Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (single) / 90 days (multi) / 30 days (KAZA UniVisa).. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Zambia visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your Zambia visa via eVisa (Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel category -- not VoA or KAZA UniVisa eligible). Your passport should be valid 6+ months.