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Venezuela Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Zambian citizens need a visa to enter Venezuela — apply at the nearest Venezuelan embassy before travel; fee is about USD 30, processing 5-10 business days.

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

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay
  • Completed Venezuelan visa application form
  • 2 recent passport-size photos (white background)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the trip
  • Confirmed round-trip ticket
  • Hotel reservation or invitation letter from a host in Venezuela
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (Venezuela requires or strongly recommends this for travelers from Zambia)

Visa types

  • Tourist visa (Visa de Turista, TU-1) — single entry, stay up to 90 days, fee around USD 30
  • Business visa (TU-3) — requires an invitation letter from a Venezuelan company, single or multiple entry
  • Transit visa — for short onward travel through Venezuela

How to apply

  • Submit your application in person at the nearest Venezuelan embassy or consulate (applications from Zambia are typically routed through the mission in South Africa)
  • Provide the completed form, photos, itinerary, and supporting documents
  • Pay the visa fee as instructed by the embassy
  • Collect your passport with the visa sticker once processing is complete

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approximately USD 30
  • No separate agency service fee when applying directly at the embassy
  • Standard processing time: 5-10 business days
  • No formal express option; allow extra time given the distance to the handling mission

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply well in advance given the limited Venezuelan diplomatic presence in the region
  • Check current travel advisories before finalizing plans, as conditions in Venezuela can change
  • Common rejection reasons: missing yellow fever certificate or insufficient proof of accommodation
  • Extensions of stay can be requested at SAIME (Venezuela's immigration authority) before the visa expires

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.