Required Documents for Zambia Travel Visa:

1. Scanned color copy of your PAN card.

2. Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to India, with a minimum of two blank pages.

3. Scanned color passport-size photograph taken against a white background.

4. Scanned copy of the first and last page of your passport.

5. Two recent color photographs (Photo specifications apply).

6. Hotel Reservation or Invitation letter (If visiting family or friends).

7. Birth Certificate for children (if applicable).

Additional Requirements (Based on Employment Status):

1. If Employed: Leave Sanctioned Certificate with company seal providing approval for leave.

   • Salary Slips for the last 3 months.

2. If Self-Employed: Business Proof: Registration License/MOA/Partnership Deed.

   • Company Bank Statement: Updated and stamped for the last 6 months.

   • Company’s Income Tax Returns: For the last 3 years.

3. If Retired: Retirement Proof: Pension book, statement, etc.

4. If Student: ID Card: From school, college, or institute.

5. If Minor: Birth Certificate showing both parents’ names.

   • Legalized Letter of Consent (NOC):

     • If the child is traveling with one parent, the letter must be legalized by the other parent.

     • If the child is traveling alone or without either parent, a notarized letter of consent from both parents is required.

   • Death Certificate: If one or both parents are deceased.

   • ID Proof of Parents.

6. If Visiting a Friend or Relative:

   • Invitation Letter: Stating the relationship with the inviter, purpose of the visit, and assurance for housing and expenses.

   • ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit.

   • Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill.

7. If Sponsored:

   • Sponsorship Letter: Including the name of the visitor, purpose, relationship, length of stay, and other necessary information.

   • ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit.

   • Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill.

   • Proof of Financial Support: Updated bank statement, pay slips.

8. For Business Visa:

   • Introduction/Recommendation Letter from one of the following:

     • Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.

     • Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India.

     • Export Promotion Council of India.

     • Reference from Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Afghanistan.

   • Registration Certificate of the company from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India.

   • Income Tax Documents for the last 3 years.

   • Company Letter to the embassy introducing the businessman for visa issuance.

   • Invitation Letter from the local partner or prospective local partner company in Zambia.

   • License Copy (JAWAZ) of the local partner or prospective local partner company in Zambia.

Pricing:

• 90-Day Double/Multiple Entry Visa: ₹6,999

• 90-Day Single Entry Visa: ₹5,199

Processing Time:

• Indicative processing time: 4-5 working days.

Important Note:

• The Embassy/Consulate General reserves the right to request additional documents or a personal interview with the applicant.

• Processing times are indicative, and prices are subject to fluctuation.

• The decision to grant or deny a visa is solely at the discretion of the government of Zambia.