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Does Zimbabwe require a visa for Irish (EU) citizens?

Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.

Last checked 22 Jul 2026Source · Zimbabwe eVisa — official application siteHow we source this →
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Do Irish (EU) citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Yes, Irish citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe. You can get it on arrival or apply online in advance at evisa.gov.zw.

Apply on the official siteZimbabwe eVisa — official application site — last checked 22 July 2026
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Health FileSubject · ZimbabweChecked · 22 Jul 2026

Vaccinations for Zimbabwe

Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.

Conditional

Only if arriving from a risk area

Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.

  • Yellow Fever

    Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.

Recommended on health grounds

Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.

  • Hepatitis A

    Recommended — food & water borne.

  • Typhoid

    Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.

  • Rabies

    Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.

  • Malaria prevention

    No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.

→ Read the Yellow Fever briefing

Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.

Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.

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Deep breath. Here's the answer.

Irish citizens need a visa to enter Zimbabwe. It can be obtained on arrival, or applied for online through the official eVisa site (evisa.gov.zw). The Zimbabwean Embassy in London no longer issues visas. Passport validity rules differ between sections of the official Irish advice, so check carefully before you travel.

Key facts

For Irish (EU) passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportIrish (EU) passport
PurposeTourism / short business trip
Visa requiredYes — visa required
Maximum stayNot confirmed in the sources we checked — check the official source
Passport validityUnder review — official Irish advice gives 6 months beyond departure with 2 blank pages in one section and 6 months from entry in another
Return/onward ticketYes, or proof of onward travel
Arrival formRequired at points of entry
Last checked22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • The visa can be obtained on arrival or online at evisa.gov.zw. The Zimbabwean Embassy in London no longer issues visas.
  • Passport validity: Ireland's DFA overview says 6 months beyond departure with 2 blank pages; its entry section says 6 months from entry. The stricter rule is the safer one to meet.
  • Visa requirements can change, so always check the latest information before travel.
  • Business visitors may need additional supporting documents.
  • Overstaying your visa can result in fines and detention.

Before you travel

  • Decide whether to get your visa on arrival or apply online in advance at evisa.gov.zw.
  • Check your passport validity carefully — official guidance differs (6 months beyond departure with 2 blank pages, or 6 months from entry).
  • Book your return or onward ticket.
  • Arrange comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and repatriation.
  • Print copies of your eVisa, passport, and flight details.

Common questions

Yes. Irish citizens need a visa, which can be obtained on arrival or online in advance at evisa.gov.zw.

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