Eswatini visa for Zimbabwean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Zimbabwean passport holders visiting Eswatini for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Zimbabwean citizens to enter Eswatini for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Eswatini e-visa for Zimbabwean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eswatini visa on arrival for Zimbabwean citizens | Not Available | |
Eswatini tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Zimbabwean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eswatini.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eswatini.
If you are looking for Eswatini visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Zimbabwe, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Eswatini nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 754.08 kilometers (468.57 mi) away from Harare, Zimbabwe. (Working hours: Close now).
- Johannesburg: The Consulate General of in Johannesburg, ~ 806.32 kilometers (501.03 mi) away from Harare, Zimbabwe. (Working hours: Close now).
Eswatini visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eswatini diplomatic mission offices to Zimbabwe for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Zimbabwe traveling to Eswatini from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Zimbabwe) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 55,692 | N/A |
| 2009 | 56,279 | 1.05% |
| 2010 | 59,210 | 5.21% |
| 2011 | 59,210 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 59,796 | 0.99% |
| 2013 | 60,382 | 0.98% |
| 2014 | 58,624 | -2.91% |
| 2015 | 69,467 | 18.50% |
| 2016 | 49,295 | -29.04% |
| 2017 | 51,759 | 5.00% |
| 2018 | 49,787 | -3.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eswatini & Zimbabwe comparison
Eswatini's area is approximately 17,200 km2 (6,640 sq mi), while the area of Zimbabwe is approximately 386,850 km2 (149,363 sq mi). This means Zimbabwe is 22.49 times bigger than Eswatini.
As of October 2025, Eswatini's population is ~1.2 million people - 14,741,708 fewer people than the population of Zimbabwe.
We have highlighted Eswatini & Zimbabwe’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eswatini | Zimbabwe | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,221,072 | 15,962,780 | 14.7 million fewer people live in Eswatini than Zimbabwe |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 16 | 32 | Eswatini has 16 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Zimbabwe. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 39 | Eswatini passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 9 | 44 | Eswatini hosts 35 fewer foreign missions than Zimbabwe. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Zimbabwe travel to Eswatini in one year?
The number of visitors from Zimbabwe visiting Eswatini in 2018 was approximately 49,787.
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- Travel time: 1 hours 34 minutes
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