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Foreign travel advice Zimbabwe
Warnings and insurance Still current at: 27 August 2024 Updated: 27 August 2024 Latest update: Removal of information to anticipate increased security measures before and during the Southern African Development Community Summit on 17 August ('Safety and security' page).
Entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Zimbabwe’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Zimbabwe set and enforce entry rules.
COVID-19 rules
There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Zimbabwe.
You may be asked to complete an arrival form, including the addresses of where you are staying.
Travel within Zimbabwe
Officially, some COVID-19 measures remain in place, including a curfew between midnight and 5.30am, but they are rarely enforced.
Passport validity requirements
To enter Zimbabwe, your passport must:
- be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your arrival
- have 3 blank pages, in case you need to enter Zimbabwe and exit through one of the neighbouring countries or if you need to leave at short notice
Check with your travel provider that your passport and any other travel documents meet their requirements.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Visa requirements
You must have a visa to visit Zimbabwe.