How to Apply for Zimbabwe visa from Nigeria

Are you planning to travel to Zimbabwe? Do you know that you do not need to apply for the visa through the Zimbabwean embassy in Nigeria? Yes!  Now you can apply for the Zimbabwe visa online which is known as the Zimbabwe eVisa.

Okay, so what is the Zimbabwe evisa?

If you need us to process your Zimbabwe visa application on your behalf, you can call or whatsApp us at 07033378184. You can also email us at: assist@travelvisa.ng.

What is a Zimbabwe eVisa?

This is a visa application system which permits foreigners to apply for their Zimbabwean visa over the internet. Hence you do not need to go to or submit your passport to the embassy. After you have applied made payment for your visa, the electronic visa will be sent to your email address. All you will have to do is to print out the evisa and take it along with you as you travel to Zimbabwe. This online application process is not only faster and smoother, but it also involves less effort on your side.

This online application process is not only faster and smoother, but it also involves less effort on your side. If you are interested in getting a Zimbabwe eVisa as a Nigerian passport holder, the information below is for you.

Also Read: How to Apply for Zambian Visa for Nigerians

Types of Zimbabwe Visas

There are 4 categories of Zimbabwean visas that Nigeria passport holders can apply for. They are;

Holiday Visa – The holiday visa is issued to you if you want to enter Zimbabwe temporarily as a tourist. For vacations, sightseeing, visiting family and friends or for other personal reasons.

Business Visa – The business visa is issued to you if you want to travel to Zimbabwe temporarily for business related purposes such as market survey, business negotiations, consultancy, etc. This visa is usually granted for 30 days and cannot be renewed.

Conference Visa – Just like the name implies, the conference visa is issued to foreign nationals who want to travel to Zimbabwe temporarily to attend a conference, workshop or seminar. This visa is usually granted for 30 days and cannot be renewed.

Transit Visa – The transit visa is issued to foreign visitors who are travelling to another country but will need a brief layover in Zimbabwe before continuing on their journey. This visa class is not renewable.

Documents Required for Zimbabwe eVisa Application

Here are the documents that you will require to have handy while applying for the online Zimbabwean visa application.

International Passport – You will need to submit a scanned copy of the bio data page of your international passport. Bear in mind that your int. passport must be valid for at least 6 months with blank pages for the visa stamp.

Photo – While filling out your Zimbabwe visa application, you will be required to submit a soft copy passport photo of yourself. This photo should be at least 6 months old, in white background and your head in the center of the photo.

Accommodation/Hotel Reservation – You will provide a hotel booking or reservation of where you will be staying in Zimbabwe.

Host Information – If you are being invited to Zimbabwe by a friend or family, you will need to provide their contact information. For example, physical address, office address, etc.

Proof of Evidence in Nigeria – You will have to come up with documents to show that you are currently resident in Nigeria and intend to return back to Nigeria after your stay in Nigeria. For example, utility bills, letter of employment, business registration document, etc.

Invitation Letter – If you are invited to Zimbabwe by a business organization or organizers of a conference, then it is important that the host in Zimbabwe writes an invitation letter on your behalf to the Zimbabwean immigration service. You are to upload a copy of this letter to your evisa application.

Business/Introduction Letter – This applies to a Nigerian who is travelling to Zimbabwe to represent their Nigeria business organization. This letter   is written by your organization/company in Nigeria on your behalf; showing that they are sending you to Zimbabwe for specific reasons, how long you will be there, where you will be staying and that they are responsible for your upkeep and logistics while you are in Zimbabwe.

Previous Zimbabwean Visa – If you have travelled to Zimbabwe in the past, you are expected to scan and upload a copy of your previous visa.

When you have gathered all the required documents, then the next step is to apply for the Zimbabwe visa.

How Much Does Zimbabwe Visa Cost?

Zimbabwe Visa fees range from $30 to $160 depending on the type of visa you requested for. A single entry visa that is issued on your arrival in Zimbabwe starts at $30. This price does not include service or processing fees.

How to Apply for Zimbabwe Visa

• Go to the official Zimbabwe e-visa portal.
• When the website opens, click on “Apply”.
• As a new user, click on “Register”
• Create a new user account using your email address and password. A link will be sent to your email address confirm and verify your Zimbabwe visa application account.
• After verification, click on “New Application” to start the process.
• Select either “single” or “Double” entry visa.
• Fill out the visa application correctly
• Upload all the necessary documents listed above.

Zimbabwe Visa Processing Time

The average processing time is 2 business day. Nevertheless, backlogs and other factors can cause a delay in the processing time.

How long is the validity of the Zimbabwe eVisa valid?

The Zimbabwe visa for Nigeria citizens expires 90 days after it has been issued.

How much is flight from Nigeria to Zimbabwe?

Cheap flights from Lagos Nigeria to Zimbabwe ranges from N190,000.00 to N300,000.00.

How many hours is Nigeria to Zimbabwe?

By plane, it takes 4hours, 26 mins to fly from Lagos to Zimbabwe.

Can I travel from Nigeria to Zimbabwe by road?

Yes you can travel from Nigeria to Zimbabwe by road. The distance is 84 hours, 39 mins. If you are planning a road trip to Zimbabwe, it’s good that you know that you will be travelling for a little above 6000km to get to Harare.

If you need us to process your Zimbabwe visa application on your behalf, you can call or whatsApp us at 07033378184. You can also email us at: assist@travelvisa.ng.