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Tuvalu Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Zambian citizens can get a Visa on Arrival at Funafuti International Airport for around AUD 30 (about USD 20), allowing a stay of up to 30 days.

Guide last updated September 28, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry
  • Return or onward travel ticket (essential, as flights to Tuvalu are infrequent)
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Sufficient funds for your stay
  • No advance photos or forms are required beyond the standard arrival card
  • No biometrics are collected beyond a basic passport check at the small airport terminal
  • Travel health insurance is strongly recommended given extremely limited medical facilities

Visa types

  • Visa on Arrival: single entry, 30 days, for tourism or short visits, approx. AUD 30 (about USD 20)
  • Extended Stay Permit: for stays beyond 30 days, arranged with the Tuvalu Immigration Department after arrival
  • Work Permit: requires sponsorship from a Tuvaluan employer or government department, arranged in advance

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Funafuti International Airport, the country's only international airport, served by a limited weekly Fiji Airways flight from Suva
  • Steps: complete the arrival card during or after your flight, present your passport and return ticket at the immigration desk, pay the fee, and receive your entry stamp
  • Fee: approx. AUD 30 (about USD 20), payable in cash (Australian dollars are widely accepted alongside the Tuvaluan dollar)
  • Processing takes only a few minutes given the small size of the airport and infrequent flights
  • Queue tips: since flights are limited to once or twice weekly, the terminal is rarely crowded, but confirm your return flight well in advance as availability is limited

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: approx. AUD 30 (about USD 20) for 30 days
  • No agency or service fee applies, as it is a direct airport payment
  • Total cost estimate: USD 20-25
  • Processing time: a few minutes at the immigration counter
  • Extensions beyond 30 days are handled by the Tuvalu Immigration Department in Funafuti and may take several business days

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Book your Fiji Airways flight to Funafuti well in advance, as it operates only a few times a week and seats sell out quickly
  • Carry cash (AUD or USD) since card payment facilities are very limited on the island
  • Since Tuvalu has no diplomatic mission in Zambia, route any pre-travel questions through the Tuvalu government's official website or the nearest Pacific regional mission
  • Confirm your return flight booking before traveling, since immigration will check for onward/return tickets given the remote location
  • Plan for limited banking, internet, and medical services during your stay

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.