Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
US citizens require a visa for tourism to Zimbabwe, which can be obtained upon arrival at the port of entry.
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Full visa applications can take several weeks.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.
No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.
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.
As a US passport holder visiting Zimbabwe for a short tourist trip, you will need to obtain a visa upon arrival. You should be prepared to pay a fee and ensure your passport meets validity and blank page requirements.
For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular US passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism |
| Visa required | Yes — visa required |
| Maximum stay | 30 days for a single-entry visa, 45 days for a double-entry visa, or 12 months for a multiple-entry visa. Extensions are possible. |
| Passport validity | Recommend 6 months beyond date of entry |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes, required to enter Zimbabwe |
| Arrival form | None mentioned, but prepare for standard immigration forms |
| Last checked | 28 June 2026 |
No visa is required for US citizens visiting Morocco for tourism for stays under 90 days.
Read the dossierUS citizens need a visa to enter Egypt, which can be obtained upon arrival, or as an eVisa online.
Read the dossierNo visa is required for US citizens visiting Tunisia for tourism for stays of 90 days or less.
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