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Zambia visa requirements for Central African Republic citizens (2026)

e-Visa required. Yes. Central African Republic passport holders need an e-Visa for Zambia, issued online before travel. Typical processing: 3–10 business days.

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VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated

Zambia e-Visa requirements for Central African Republic citizens

Requirement
e-Visa required
Allowed stay
Per visa terms
Processing
3–10 business days

Typical estimate

Documents needed

  • Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months)
  • Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background
  • Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details
  • Return or onward ticket

How Central African Republic citizens apply for the Zambia e-Visa

  1. Prepare a passport scan and a compliant photo.
  2. Apply online, with us or on the official portal, and pay the fee.
  3. Wait for approval (see processing time) and download the e-visa.
  4. Print a copy and travel with the passport used to apply.

Easier alternatives for Central African Republic passport holders

Countries in Eastern Africa and other popular destinations with simpler entry for the Central African Republic passport than Zambia, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.

DestinationRequirementStay
KenyaVisa-free60 days
Sri LankaeTA / ETA requiredPer visa terms

Zambia at a glance for travellers

  • 145 of 198 passports can enter Zambia without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
  • The Central African Republic passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 46 destinations in our dataset.

Sources and last checked

WhatOfficial sourceChecked
Requirement & allowed stayOpen passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026)17 Feb 2026
Official portalZambia e-Visa portal23 Oct 2026
Independent official overviewUK FCDO, Zambia entry requirements22 Oct 2026

The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.

Frequently asked questions

Do Central African Republic citizens need a visa for Zambia?

Yes. Central African Republic passport holders need an e-Visa for Zambia, issued online before travel. Typical processing: 3–10 business days.

What documents do Central African Republic passport holders need for Zambia?

Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months); Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background; Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details; Return or onward ticket.

How long does the Zambia e-Visa take for Central African Republic passport holders?

3–10 business days (typical estimate). Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.

How much does a Zambia e-Visa cost with Visa and Trips?

From $75 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.

How do I apply for the Zambia e-Visa with Visa and Trips?

Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your e-Visa as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.