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π¨π³ Does a Chinese need a visa for Zambia πΏπ²?
No. Chinese passport holders can visit Zambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Chinese citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Zambia or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.
Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Zambia at a glance
Capital: Lusaka Β· Currency: Zambian kwacha (ZMW, ZK) Β· Official languages: English Β· Calling code: +260
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Zambia: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 31 July 2023). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
Some of your plugs fit (C); for type A, I plugs bring a travel adapter for Zambia's sockets (C, G). Mains voltage differs (Zambia: 230 V; China: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
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Your embassy in Zambia
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Zambia, contact the embassy of China:
- Embassy of China, Lusaka
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
The other way round
πΏπ² Zambian passport holders visiting China: Zambian passport holders need a visa for China, applied for at an embassy or consulate of China before travelling.
The Chinese passport at a glance
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Questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Zambia?
Chinese passport holders can visit Zambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can a Chinese stay in Zambia without a visa?
Up to 90 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.
Does a Zambian need a visa for China?
Zambian passport holders need a visa for China, applied for at an embassy or consulate of China before travelling.