Applying for visas can be very stressful and drain on our mental health. Sometimes the rigorous process becomes a major source of discouragement for those wishing to leave a country. Zimbabwean passport holders can rest easy because while the Zimbabwean passport isn’t the most powerful in the world (that would be the United States and the United Kingdom), it might not even come close, but there are some countries that Zimbabweans can Visit without a visa.
The general terms and conditions apply as usual. The passport for free entry to a country may change over time. Therefore, it is important to keep in touch with the visa procedures constantly. Also, some of these countries only grant a free visa if a traveler’s intentions are leisure. So if you’re planning to take advantage of visa-waiver status and find a job there, it could come as a big shock. However, a Zimbabwean passport allows you to visit over 50 countries in the world without a visa.
It is important to note that Zimbabwe also has its own terms and conditions for travelers coming to the country. However, the country is making significant efforts to increase acceptance for visitors, tourists and travelers. Zimbabwe has been ranked by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the top 30 countries that have made major efforts to ease travel restrictions.
This is not so bad for a country trying to free itself from the shackles of harsh political, social and economic sanctions.
Here are countries you can travel to without a visa as a Zimbabwean
AFRICA
The warmest welcome is bound to come from within. As expected, Zimbabweans are welcomed with open arms in many African countries. Your Zimbabwean passport allows you to travel to so many African countries for business and tourism purposes, although conditions vary. Here are some African countries you can travel to without a visa as a Zimbabwean.
Democratic Republic of the Congo – 90 days
Kenya – 3 months
Lesotho – 14 days
Malawi – 90 days
Mauritius – 60 days
Mozambique – 30 days
Namibia – 3 months
South Africa – 90 days
Swaziland – 30 days
Tanzania – 90 days
Uganda – 6 months
Zambia – 30 days
THE AMERICAN
Surprised? Not be. Made up of North and South American continents, America is not as rigid as many think it needs to be. With a valid passport, a Zimbabwean can travel to the following American countries. It was once reported that US President Donald Trump signed a 180-day visa-free travel policy for Zimbabweans to enter the country for business or tourism. However, the reports later turned out to be fake. As it stands, you must obtain a visa before you can enter the United States as a Zimbabwean. However, some South American countries do agree. Here are a few.
Anguilla – 3 months
Antigua and Barbuda – 1 month
Bahamas – 3 months
Barbados – 6 months
Belize – 1 month
Bermuda – 6 months
British Virgin Islands – 30 days
Dominica – 21 days
Ecuador – 90 days
Grenada – 3 months
Haiti – 3 months
Montserrat – 3 months
Saint Kitts and Nevis – 3 months
St. Vincent and the Grenadines – 1 month
Trinidad and Tobago – 90 days
Turks and Caicos Islands – 30 days
ASIA
Being the most populous continent in the world has not made Asia hostile to visitors or tourists from different countries. As a continent where many countries engage in foreign trade, Asia has little to deny visitors. Asia borders Europe at Eurasia and also shares a continental landmass with Africa and Europe. However, some countries in Asia are stricter than others when it comes to travel. Here are some of the Asian countries that Zimbabweans can enter without a visa. Note that some of them have terms and conditions.
Hong Kong – 3 months
Malaysia – 2 months
Philippines – 21 days (For periods longer than 21 days and up to 59 days, visa is issued on arrival.)
Singapore – 30 days
Sri Lanka – 30 days (ETA required. Cost: US$30)
OCEANIA
Geographical areas or islands bordered by the South Pacific are often referred to as oceanic or Australian countries and are considered warm for tourists. Islands in the geographic regions of Oceania are friendly not only with neighboring countries, but also with African countries like Zimbabwe. Here are some geographic areas in Oceania that Zimbabweans can enter without a visa.
Fiji – 4 months
Cook Islands – 31 days
Micronesia – 30 days
Niue – 30 days
Vanuatu – 30 days
Kiribati – 28 days