How to Apply for a Zambia Visa in Washington D.C. : visasupply.com

Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States and is an important global city that attracts visitors from all over the world. The Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area—which includes the District of Columbia and parts of Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia—is America’s sixth-largest metropolis and has a population of 6.3 million people. Cities within this area (apart from the District of Columbia) include Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, and Reston—all in Virginia—along with the Maryland towns of Bethesda, College Park, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Rockville, and Silver Spring. The Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area has a large population of immigrants from Africa, including a few hundred from Zambia. Although their population is not huge, it is large enough to host community events and organize a nonprofit group representing the interest of Zambian people in the area (Association of Zambians in D.C., Maryland & Virginia). As our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. is home to federal agencies like USAID and Peace Corps that have programs in Zambia to help bolster the country’s healthcare, education, and agriculture infrastructure. There are also dozens of nonprofit groups throughout the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area doing work in Zambia.

Zambia is a country located in southern African that is over five times the combined size of Virginia and Maryland by land area but only has a population of 18.3 million residents (compared to Virginia and Maryland’s combined population of 14.5 million). Although there are dozens of tribal languages spoken throughout Zambia, English is the official language due to the country's former days as a British protectorate. Lusaka is the nation’s capital and is also the commercial center of the country. Most visitors from Washington, D.C. traveling to Zambia will arrive at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, located 16 miles from Lusaka’s business district. Lusaka has plenty of quality restaurants and international hotel chains to make visitors feel comfortable. Just three hours away from Lusaka is the town of Siavonga and Lake Kariba, which is a great destination to relax and enjoy the scenery. Zambia has some of Africa’s best wildlife preserves and national parks such as North Luanga, South Luanga, Kafue, Liuwa, and the Lower Zambezi National Park. Of course, no visit to Zambia is complete without a stop in the town of Livingston and nearby Victoria Falls, which is the largest waterfall in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mosi-oa-Tunya is the national park that protects this natural wonder.

Applying for a Zambia Visa from Washington, D.C.

Visas for Zambia are issued by the Zambian government in the United States. The government of Zambia is represented by their embassy located in Washington, D.C. along with their office in New York City, which is the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Zambia to the United Nations. To apply for a Zambia visa from Washington, D.C., you will fill out the visa application and send your original passport and supporting documents to their embassy by US Mail, FedEx, or UPS. Here is the address:

Embassy of Zambia
Attn: Visa Dept.
2200 R Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20008

It is important to review the requirements for visas on the Zambia embassy website and ensure your application and all supporting documents are accurate. Here is the link to the embassy website with detailed information: Visa Application | Embassy of the Republic of Zambia in Washington, D.C. (zambiaembassy.org)

You should include a self-addressed USPS (US Postal Service Express Mail or Priority Mail), FedEx, or UPS prepaid envelope (please make note of the tracking number) so the embassy can return your passport and visa to your home or office.

The government fee for the multiple-entry visa is $150, $80 for the double-entry visa and $50 for the single-entry visa. The processing time is 5 business days plus transit time. The embassy also provides same-day processing for an additional $50 or next-day processing for an additional $40. We recommend applying for the visa at least 4 weeks before your departure.

Other things to consider:

Visas for Zambia may also be issued upon arrival at any port of entry, however, visitors to the country are advised to obtain their visa from the embassy in Washington, D.C. (or online -- see below) before traveling.
It is also possible to apply for an electronic visa on the Zambian Immigration Department website using the following link: e-Services (zambiaimmigration.gov.zm)
U.S. citizens must have a valid visa and a passport that does not expire within six months of your date of entry into Zambia. Visitors must also have at least three blank visa pages remaining in their passport.
Your U.S. passport must be signed; the signature page of your passport is located opposite the data page that has your name and photo.
It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before any international trip in case of medical emergencies. We advise getting the Geo Blue Voyager Single Trip Plan.

Emergency Assistance for Zambia Citizens in Washington, D.C.

If you are a citizen of Zambia living in the Washington, D.C. area with an emergency or require urgent assistance, you can reach the embassy in Washington, D.C. by calling 202-234-4009 or 202-234-4111 or by email at consular@zambiaembassy.org. If you need to apply for a Zambian passport, please review the instructions on the embassy website: Passport Application | Embassy of the Republic of Zambia in Washington, D.C. (zambiaembassy.org)

We Can Help if You Need Assistance

If you live in Washington, D.C. or anywhere in the state of Maryland, Virginia, or West Virginia and have difficulty applying for a Zambia visa, or require assistance with any part of this process, please give our office a call at 404-682-5445 or schedule an appointment with our company. We are a private agency in Atlanta providing Zambia visa services for Americans and other U.S.-based residents. Our number one goal is to ensure your application documents for a visa are submitted accurately to the Zambian government. Our services eliminate delays and give you the peace of mind to focus on your travel plans.

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