Ivorian visa for Zambian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Zambian passport holders visiting Côte d'Ivoire for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Zambian citizens to enter Côte d'Ivoire for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Côte d'Ivoire e-visa for Zambian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Côte d'Ivoire visa on arrival for Zambian citizens | Not Available | |
Côte d'Ivoire tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Zambian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Côte d'Ivoire.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Côte d'Ivoire.
If you are looking for Côte d'Ivoire visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Zambia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Côte d'Ivoire nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 1402.50 kilometers (871.47 mi) away from Lusaka, Zambia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 22 minutes).
- Luanda: The Embassy of in Luanda, ~ 1664.18 kilometers (1034.07 mi) away from Lusaka, Zambia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 22 minutes).
Côte d'Ivoire visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Côte d'Ivoire diplomatic mission offices to Zambia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Zambia traveling to Côte d'Ivoire from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Zambia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21 | N/A |
| 2009 | 23 | 9.52% |
| 2010 | 25 | 8.70% |
| 2011 | 27 | 8.00% |
| 2012 | 29 | 7.41% |
| 2013 | 38 | 31.03% |
| 2014 | 47 | 23.68% |
| 2015 | 144 | 206.38% |
| 2016 | 158 | 9.72% |
| 2017 | 180 | 13.92% |
| 2018 | 197 | 9.44% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Côte d'Ivoire & Zambia comparison
Côte d'Ivoire's area is approximately 318,000 km2 (122,780 sq mi), while the area of Zambia is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi). This means Zambia is 2.34 times bigger than Côte d'Ivoire.
As of October 2025, Côte d'Ivoire's population is ~29.8 million people - 8,690,678 more people than the population of Zambia.
We have highlighted Côte d'Ivoire & Zambia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Côte d'Ivoire | Zambia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 29,767,882 | 21,077,204 | 8.7 million more people live in Côte d'Ivoire than Zambia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 26 | Côte d'Ivoire has 21 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Zambia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 30 | 45 | Côte d'Ivoire passport holders visit 15 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 29 | 40 | Ivorian hosts 11 fewer foreign missions than Zambia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Zambia travel to Côte d'Ivoire in one year?
The number of visitors from Zambia visiting Côte d'Ivoire in 2018 was approximately 197.
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