Zambian visa for Finnish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Finnish passport holders visiting Zambia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Finnish citizens to enter Zambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Zambia e-visa for Finnish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Zambia visa on arrival for Finnish citizens | Eligible | |
Zambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Finnish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zambia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zambia.
If you are looking for Zambia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Finland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Zambia nearest your place of residence.
- Stockholm: The Embassy of in Stockholm, ~ 508.11 kilometers (315.73 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now).
- Berlin: The Embassy of in Berlin, ~ 1281.78 kilometers (796.46 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now).
Zambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zambia diplomatic mission offices to Finland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Finland traveling to Zambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Finland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,705 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,491 | -12.55% |
| 2010 | 1,712 | 14.82% |
| 2011 | 1,932 | 12.85% |
| 2012 | 1,804 | -6.63% |
| 2013 | 1,921 | 6.49% |
| 2014 | 1,989 | 3.54% |
| 2015 | 1,957 | -1.61% |
| 2016 | 2,008 | 2.61% |
| 2017 | 2,274 | 13.25% |
| 2018 | 2,251 | -1.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zambia & Finland comparison
Zambia's area is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi), while the area of Finland is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi). This means Finland is 2.45 times smaller than Zambia.
As of October 2025, Zambia's population is ~21.1 million people - 15,494,929 more people than the population of Finland.
We have highlighted Zambia & Finland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zambia | Finland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,077,204 | 5,582,275 | 15.5 million more people live in Zambia than Finland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 85 | Zambia has 59 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Finland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 45 | 145 | Zambia passport holders visit 100 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 162 | Zambian hosts 122 fewer foreign missions than Finland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Finland travel to Zambia in one year?
The number of visitors from Finland visiting Zambia in 2018 was approximately 2,251.
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