Zambia Business Visa for Egyptians
| Entry | Pre-approval |
|---|---|
| Visa type | Zambia Business Visa (Electronic) with Prior Approval from the Director General of Immigration |
| Processing time | Not officially confirmed. Secondary sources estimate processing at around 3 to 7 working days, but it may take longer because the application requires approval from the Director General of Immigration. It is advisable to apply with sufficient time before travel. |
| Length of stay | A business visitor may stay for a maximum of 30 days in any 12-month period, which can be split across several visits (according to the Zambian Immigration handbook) |
| Validity | 3 months from the date of issue, according to instructions from the Zambian Embassy |
| Service price | EGP 4,500 |
| Embassy fees | 50 USD + 80 USD + 80 USD |
| Last reviewed | 2026-10-23 |
Documents required
- Valid Egyptian passport with at least 6 months' validity (this last condition is from a secondary source), plus a copy of the data page
- Recent passport-size photo (jpg or png file)
- Cover letter on the letterhead of the sending company, with its full address and contact numbers, addressed to the Director General of Immigration and stating the purpose of the visit
- Invitation letter from the host company in Zambia
- Certified copy of the host company's certificate of incorporation (mentioned in secondary sources)
- Return or onward flight ticket or travel itinerary (required in instructions from the Zambian Embassy in Washington; may not be requested through the portal)
- Visa fee payment receipt
How to apply from Egypt
- Prepare the documents and convert them into digital files (jpg or png)
- Create an account and complete the application on the Zambia Immigration portal: www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm (e-Services / evisa)
- Select the visa type: Business, and the number of entries
- Upload the documents and pay the fees electronically by card
- Wait for the approval letter from the Zambia Immigration Department before travelling, as Egyptian nationals fall under category (B)
- Print the approval letter and payment receipt and present them to the immigration officer on arrival in Zambia
- For enquiries, you can contact the Embassy of Zambia in Cairo: Villa 302, North Shuwaikhat, Fifth Settlement, phone 25412385 / 7, email info@zambia-embassy.com
FAQ
Do Egyptians need a visa for Zambia?Yes — Pre-approval.How long does the Zambia Business Visa take?Not officially confirmed. Secondary sources estimate processing at around 3 to 7 working days, but it may take longer because the application requires approval from the Director General of Immigration. It is advisable to apply with sufficient time before travel.How much is the Zambia Business Visa?Our service starts from EGP 4,500; embassy fees (50 USD + 80 USD + 80 USD) are paid by the applicant.What documents do I need for the Zambia Business Visa?Valid Egyptian passport with at least 6 months' validity (this last condition is from a secondary source), plus a copy of the data page; Recent passport-size photo (jpg or png file); Cover letter on the letterhead of the sending company, with its full address and contact numbers, addressed to the Director General of Immigration and stating the purpose of the visit; Invitation letter from the host company in Zambia; Certified copy of the host company's certificate of incorporation (mentioned in secondary sources); Return or onward flight ticket or travel itinerary (required in instructions from the Zambian Embassy in Washington; may not be requested through the portal); Visa fee payment receipt.Where can I apply for the Zambia Business Visa in Egypt?Online on the Panama Jack website or at our office, 51 Ahmed Orabi St, Mohandessin, Giza — we prepare the file and follow it up until the visa is issued.
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