Guide for Requirements to Lodge Application Forms, Filling and Process in 2025 Zambia

Name

Available Permits

Name

Cross Border Permit

Investors Permit

Residence Permit

Residence Permit for Employment Permit Holders

Residence Permit for Investors Permit Holders

Residence Permit for Minor Children and Grandchildren of Residence permit

Residence Permit for Parents, Wives of Residence permit

Residence Permit for Retirees

Residence Permit for Spouse Permit Holders

Spouse Permit

Study Permit

Temporary Employment Permit

Study Permit

Spouse Permit

Residence Permit for Spouse Permit Holders

Residence Permit for Retirees

Residence Permit for Parents, Wives of Residence permit

Residence Permit for Minor Children and Grandchildren of Residence permit

Residence Permit for Investors Permit Holders

Residence Permit for Employment Permit Holders

Create Case

Specify Category

Category*

Personal Details

First Name

Surname*

Date of birth*

Sex*

Other Name

Country of birth*

Place of birth*

Email (Send notification via email)*

Passport Details

PLEASE ENTER DETAILS OF THE VALID PASSPORT. FAILURE TO INPUT CORRECT PASSPORT DETAILS SHALL HAVE YOUR APPLICATION REJECTED.

Nationality*

Passport No.*        

please only alphanumeric character with no space for passports(e.g. AB7675677) or (e.g. 522-4787) for refugees Documents.

Place of issue*

Date of issue*

Date of expiry*

Passport must be valid for no less than 6 months from the data of application

Application Form Part 2

Details

Duration of proposed stay in Zambia

Are You …

Countries of residence during five years immediately preceding this application

Class of persons to which you belong

Highest educational standard completed

Occupation

Experience in that occupation*

Are you fluent in English / languages indigenous to Zambia?

If yes, which language(s)?

Average income earned during three years immediately preceding this application

From employment

From other sources

Amount of money immediately available to applicant

Assets owned by applicant and their value

Are you financially dependent on a relative in Zambia?

If yes, provide full name and occupation

Occupation

City/Village

Country

and address

Do you intend to retire in Zambia?  

 Yes    No

Do you hold an investor's permit valid for a period exceeding three years?

Yes     No

Certificate of registration

Have you ever applied for a permit under the Immigration and Deportation Act

Have you or your spouse ever been restricted from entering any country or deported or repatriated from any

Have you been convicted of an offence under any law within or outside Zambia? If yes, specify details:

Application Form Part 3

Marital Status

Marital Status

Children Details

Particulars of children

Do you or your dependants suffer from any physical or mental disability or any disease? Yes No

If so, give full particulars

Supporting Documents

Applicant

Case Number

All Mandatory Supporting Documents should be uploaded.

To upload predefined Supporting Documents - Click on "Pencil" button opposite each records.

To upload more Supporting Documents - Click on "Attach other Supporting Documents" button.

Supporting Documents

Mandatory	Certified Copy of Aliens/Commonwealth Registration Card
Mandatory	Certified copy of the Host’s Permit or NRC
Mandatory	Certified Copy of Valid Passport
Mandatory	Covering Letter to DGI
Mandatory	Passport size photo
Optional	Birth (adoption) certificate (if applicable)
Optional	Certified copy of marriage certificate
Optional	Certified copy of parents’ status
Optional	Copy of Original Permit
Optional	Documentary Evidence
Optional	Surrender of Original Permit (where applicable)
Optional	Two testimonials as to character from persons of good standing who have known the applicant for a minimum period of not less than three (3) years

Action

Upload Documents

Document Type

Document Title

Info

Content File*

Allowed file formats: JPG, PNG.

Allowed maximal file size - 1.0 MB

Confirm Application

Final Review

Please select the nearest Immigration Office. Review your application below.

You will not be able to make any changes after you click submit and pay.

Delivery Office*

Download:

Bill For Payment

Notes:

• The receipt is not a proof that your visa/permit has been approved.
• Electronic payments made for services on this platform are not refundable.
• You should only travel upon receiving an Approval Letter from your email or on the e-Filing portal.
• If you do not receive a confirmation email within 15 minutes, please contact the Accounts Manager, at [email protected].

Extra Fee:

ABSA		Zamtel
USD	ZMW	USD	ZMW
1%	1.1%	0.5%	0.5%

I understand the application fee is not refundable and does not guarantee issuance of a visa / permit.

The final decision rests with the immigration officer at the port of entry or HQ