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Do Finnish citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Last checked 27 October 20267 sourcesHarare · ZWG

Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the official portal before you book.

Visa on arrivalor online

Yes. Finnish citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe, which can be bought on arrival or online in advance.

Get the visa on arrival or apply online about 3 weeks ahead. The KAZA UNIVISA (US$50, 30 days) also covers Zambia.

At a glance

Visa required
Yes
Type
Visa on arrival
Fee
See official portal
Stay
Up to 30 days
Yellow fever
If arriving from a risk country
Arrive at
HRE · VFA

How to get your Zimbabwe visa on arrival

  1. To skip the queue, apply online in advance on the official portal linked on this page where available.
  2. Otherwise, buy the visa at the airport on arrival, ideally with cash in US dollars or euros.
  3. Keep your return ticket and accommodation details ready for the immigration desk.

Official Zimbabwe portal →

Most African countries treat all EU passports the same way, but some do not (Mozambique and Rwanda, for example). This page uses the rule for Finland.

Health requirements

Yellow fever. A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.

Malaria. Malaria is present in some regions. Check your route with a travel clinic.

Book a travel clinic visit 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Some vaccines, including yellow fever, must be given at least 10 days before you arrive.

Travel advice for Finnish travellers

Your own government publishes safety advice and emergency contacts for Zimbabwe. Check it before you book and register your trip if your country offers that service: Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland (travel advice).

More entry rules for your passport: all 54 countries, visa-free countries, eVisa countries and visa on arrival countries.

On arrival in Zimbabwe

Capital
Harare
Currency
Zimbabwe Gold (US dollar widely used) (ZWG)
Languages
English, Shona, Ndebele
Plugs
Type D, G
Best time
May to October
Airports
Harare (HRE), Victoria Falls (VFA)

Full Zimbabwe travel requirements →

Frequently asked questions

Do Finnish citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Yes. Finnish citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe, which can be bought on arrival or online in advance.

How long can Finnish citizens stay in Zimbabwe?

Up to 30 days for tourism. Overstaying can lead to fines and future entry bans.

Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Zimbabwe?

A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.

How much does the Zimbabwe visa cost for Finnish passport holders?

Fees vary by visa length and entry type. The official portal shows the current price before you pay.

Which airports do flights to Zimbabwe arrive at?

Most international flights land at Harare (HRE), Victoria Falls (VFA).

Sources

Spotted a rule that has changed? Email hello@bemba.com with a link to the source.

Zimbabwe visa rules for other passports

Finnish visa rules for nearby countries