Zambia: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- British tourists do not need a visa and may stay up to 90 days in any 12 months. Carry return or onward tickets and evidence of sufficient funds.
- Visa and Mastercard work in larger hotels, restaurants and shops; use kwacha cash for everyday purchases and rural areas.
Inreis en visa
British citizen passport: British tourists do not need a visa and may stay up to 90 days in any 12 months. Carry return or onward tickets and evidence of sufficient funds. Check the linked immigration guidance for other nationalities and purposes.
Geldigheid paspoort: At least 6 months after arrival; 2 blank pages.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗
Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten vooral in steden en toeristische plaatsen.
Betaalnetwerken: Visa, Mastercard
Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens
- Visa and Mastercard work in larger hotels, restaurants and shops; use kwacha cash for everyday purchases and rural areas.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: mot.gov.zm ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Regels en verboden
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- Ask permission before photographing people; do not photograph military or government installations.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: zambiatourism.com ↗
Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Respect local religious traditions; ask before entering places of worship.
Kleding: Ask your hosts about appropriate clothing for community visits and religious sites.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.gc.ca ↗
Klimaat
National tourism guidance describes warm, wet December–April; cool, dry May–August; and hot, dry September–November. Local rains vary.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: warm and wet.
- februari: Feb: warm and wet.
- maart: Mar: warm and wet.
- april: Apr: warm and wet.
- mei: May: cool and dry.
- juni: Jun: cool and dry.
- juli: Jul: cool and dry.
- augustus: Aug: cool and dry.
- september: Sep: hot and dry.
- oktober: Oct: hot and dry.
- november: Nov: hot and dry in tourism guidance; check rain forecasts.
- december: Dec: warm and wet.
Beste seizoen: Choose dates for your route using local forecasts and road-condition advice.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: mot.gov.zm ↗, zambiaimmigration.gov.zm ↗
Wat mee te nemen
- Copies of travel documents
- An adapter compatible with your accommodation
- Medicines with their prescription documents
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: Confirm socket type and supply voltage with your accommodation before packing.
Water: Use a safe drinking-water supply; ask locally before drinking tap water.
Verkeer: links rijden
Verzekering: Arrange insurance for your itinerary and planned activities, including medical evacuation where needed.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: zhrc.nhra.org.zm ↗, travel.state.gov ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.