About the Zimbabwe Digital Nomad Visa
Zimbabwe offers the No dedicated digital nomad visa. KAZA Univisa (Kavango Zambezi UNIVISA) or single-entry Tourist Visa for short stays. for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Zimbabwe for KAZA Univisa: 30 days (allows unlimited travel between Zimbabwe and Zambia). Standard Tourist Visa: 30 days (extendable to 90 days at Zimbabwe Department of Registrar General / Immigration). while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least the income required by the program, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, Zimbabwe treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
No minimum income for tourist visa. Must demonstrate financial self-sufficiency. No remote work visa framework.
Documents needed
- E-Visa: valid passport (6+ months validity)
- passport photo
- accommodation details
- return flight
- credit card for payment. Yellow fever certificate (may be required if arriving from endemic country).
How to Apply for the Zimbabwe DNV
Processing time: KAZA Univisa on Arrival: immediate at Victoria Falls and Kazungula border posts. Standard Tourist Visa on Arrival: immediate at most international airports and main borders. E-Visa online: 3–5 business days.
- 1FOR DIGITAL NOMADS:
- 2Check e-Visa or visa-on-arrival requirements for your nationality at evisa.gov.zw. Most Western nationalities can obtain visa on arrival or e-Visa.
- 3Apply for e-Visa online at evisa.gov.zw (USD $30–$75; 3–5 business days) to avoid airport queues. OR get visa on arrival at Harare, Victoria Falls, or other international entry points.
- 4KAZA Univisa (USD $50 at border): best if combining Zimbabwe and Zambia — allows unlimited travel between both countries for 30 days.
- 5For longer stays: apply for extension at Zimbabwe Immigration office before expiry.
Application fees: KAZA Univisa: USD $50. Standard Tourist Visa on Arrival: USD $30–$75 (varies by nationality). E-Visa online: USD $30–$75 + processing fee.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: KAZA Univisa: 30 days (allows unlimited travel between Zimbabwe and Zambia). Standard Tourist Visa: 30 days (extendable to 90 days at Zimbabwe Department of Registrar General / Immigration).
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe income tax: progressive up to 40%. Zimbabwe uses the USD as primary currency alongside the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency introduced 2024. Tax residency after 183 days. Non-residents: taxed on Zimbabwe-sourced income only. No digital nomad tax framework.