To travel from Kenya to Zambia, here is what you typically need as a Kenyan citizen:
✅ 1. Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Zambia.
Must have at least one blank page for entry/exit stamps.
✅ 2. Visa Requirements
Kenyan citizens do not need a visa to enter Zambia for tourism or business for stays up to 90 days.
Zambia is visa-free for Kenyan passport holders (under the COMESA/trade region cooperation).
✅ 3. Return or Onward Ticket
It is recommended (and sometimes required) to show proof of a return or onward ticket, especially if flying.
✅ 4. Yellow Fever Certificate
Mandatory: You must have proof of Yellow Fever vaccination to enter Zambia if coming from Kenya (a Yellow Fever endemic zone).
The certificate must be at least 10 days old before arrival to be valid.
✅ 5. Travel Insurance (Recommended)
Not required, but it’s wise to have health and travel insurance, especially for emergencies.
✅ 6. Accommodation Details
You may be asked to show proof of hotel booking or host details at immigration.
✅ 7. COVID-19 Requirements (as of recent updates)
Zambia lifted most COVID-19 restrictions. However, it’s best to carry:
A COVID-19 vaccination certificate, or
A negative PCR test (taken within 72 hours), just in case of airline-specific or transit country rules.
🧳 Summary Checklist
| Requirement | Needed? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | ✅ Yes | 6+ months validity, 1+ blank page |
| Visa for Kenyan Citizens | ❌ No | Visa-free for up to 90 days |
| Yellow Fever Certificate | ✅ Yes | Mandatory when traveling from Kenya |
| Return/Onward Ticket | ✅ Recommended | May be asked at border or airline |
| Travel Insurance | ✅ Recommended | Not mandatory but advisable |
| Accommodation Details | ✅ Recommended | Booking printout or host contact |
| COVID-19 Vaccination/Test | ✅ Advised | Varies; check airline or stopover requirements |
