Zambian visa for Jamaican citizens
A visa is NOT required for Jamaican passport holders visiting Zambia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Jamaican citizens to enter Zambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Zambia e-visa for Jamaican citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Zambia visa on arrival for Jamaican citizens | Not Available | |
Zambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Jamaican 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 Jamaica, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Zambia nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of in Washington, ~ 2313.30 kilometers (1437.42 mi) away from Kingston, Jamaica. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 32 minutes).
- Ottawa: The High Commission of in Ottawa, ~ 3040.52 kilometers (1889.29 mi) away from Kingston, Jamaica. (Working hours: Close now).
Zambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zambia diplomatic mission offices to Jamaica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Jamaica traveling to Zambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Jamaica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 650 | N/A |
| 2009 | 568 | -12.62% |
| 2010 | 652 | 14.79% |
| 2011 | 736 | 12.88% |
| 2012 | 687 | -6.66% |
| 2013 | 732 | 6.55% |
| 2014 | 758 | 3.55% |
| 2015 | 746 | -1.58% |
| 2016 | 765 | 2.55% |
| 2017 | 866 | 13.20% |
| 2018 | 858 | -0.92% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zambia & Jamaica comparison
Zambia's area is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi), while the area of Jamaica is approximately 10,830 km2 (4,181 sq mi). This means Jamaica is 68.64 times smaller than Zambia.
As of October 2025, Zambia's population is ~21.1 million people - 18,050,892 more people than the population of Jamaica.
We have highlighted Zambia & Jamaica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zambia | Jamaica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,077,204 | 3,026,312 | 18.1 million more people live in Zambia than Jamaica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 85 | Zambia has 59 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Jamaica. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 45 | 58 | Zambia passport holders visit 13 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 59 | Zambian hosts 19 fewer foreign missions than Jamaica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Jamaica travel to Zambia in one year?
The number of visitors from Jamaica visiting Zambia in 2018 was approximately 858.
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Useful Information
- Lusaka to Kingston: 10969.05 km (6815.85 mi)
- Travel time: 22 hours 51 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025