Zimbabwe Work Visa

If you want to work in Zimbabwe, here we will guide you with everything about the Zimbabwe Work Visa.

Types of Zimbabwe Work Visa

Zimbabwe divides foreign nationals into three following categories.

1. Category A

It includes foreign nationals who do not need a visa to travel to Zimbabwe. 

2. Category B

The foreign nationals who are from the United States, the United Kingdom, and various member states of the European Union (EU) are included in this type of category. The nationals who fall under Category B are allowed to get a visa on arrival at the Zimbabwe airport.

3. Category C

All the nationals of India, Pakistan, and some EU member states, along with several other countries, belong to Category C. The citizens who fall under Category C need to get a visa before traveling to Zimbabwe. There are a variety of visas issued to foreign nationals who want to travel to Zimbabwe. If you wish to enter Zimbabwe for employment purposes, you need to apply for a Zimbabwe Work Visa.

You also need to obtain the work permit if you want to work in Zimbabwe legally. Your employer in Zimbabwe needs to apply for the work permit at the concerned officials in Zimbabwe on your behalf. Once your work permit is approved, you can travel to Zimbabwe to start working. There are different types of work permits are available for various categories, including:

• Journalists
• Professionals with specialized skills 
• Foreign researchers with approval from the Research Council of Zimbabwe
• Short-term employees (Contracts with local businesses for up to six-month)

Requirements for the Zimbabwe Work Visa 

You must have the following documents to obtain a work visa for Zimbabwe.

• A completed Zimbabwe Work Visa application form
• Valid passport or travel document
• Passport size photos
• Proof of enough financial means to support your stay in Zimbabwe, i.e., a bank statement
• Evidence of accommodation in Zimbabwe
• Employment contract
• A job offer from the employer in Zimbabwe
• Health insurance
• A document that shows your qualification and experience
• All the academic certificates
• A police clearance certificate from the native country
• Proof of the payment of visa fee

Note that: All the requirements for the Zimbabwe Work Visa vary from country to country, so you need to visit the nearest Zimbabwe Embassy or consulate for updated requirements.

What are the requirements for the Zimbabwe Work Permit?

To obtain a work permit, you need to provide the following documents.

• Valid passport or travel document
• A job offer from a Zimbabwean company
• Your qualifications for the position
• Two passport size photos
• A birth certificate
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
• Payment of the application fee

Cost of the Zimbabwe Work Visa

The cost of the Zimbabwe visa varies from country to country.

Processing time for the Zimbabwe Work Visa

The processing time for the Zimbabwe visa depends on the Zimbabwe Embassy, where you apply for the visa.

Is it expensive to live in Zimbabwe?

The cost of living in Zimbabwe is relatively low as compared to many other countries. Here, you can expect to pay a monthly rent of about $405 for a well-furnished accommodation in an average area.