Zimbabwean visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Zimbabwe for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sri Lankan citizens to enter Zimbabwe for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Zimbabwe e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Zimbabwe visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
Zimbabwe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zimbabwe.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zimbabwe.
If you are looking for Zimbabwe visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Zimbabwe nearest your place of residence.
- Mumbai: The Honorary Consulate of in Mumbai, ~ 1513.36 kilometers (940.36 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 1 minutes).
- Bangkok: The Consulate General of in Bangkok, ~ 2259.09 kilometers (1403.73 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 31 minutes).
Zimbabwe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zimbabwe diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Zimbabwe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,912 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,034 | 3.12% |
| 2010 | 4,478 | 11.01% |
| 2011 | 4,846 | 8.22% |
| 2012 | 3,588 | -25.96% |
| 2013 | 3,666 | 2.17% |
| 2014 | 3,760 | 2.56% |
| 2015 | 4,114 | 9.41% |
| 2016 | 4,336 | 5.40% |
| 2017 | 4,846 | 11.76% |
| 2018 | 5,160 | 6.48% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zimbabwe & Sri Lanka comparison
Zimbabwe's area is approximately 386,850 km2 (149,363 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 6.17 times smaller than Zimbabwe.
As of October 2025, Zimbabwe's population is ~16.0 million people - 5,900,147 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Zimbabwe & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zimbabwe | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 15,962,780 | 21,862,927 | 5.9 million fewer people live in Zimbabwe than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 32 | 67 | Zimbabwe has 35 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 16 | Zimbabwe passport holders can visit 23 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 44 | 61 | Zimbabwean hosts 17 fewer foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Zimbabwe in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Zimbabwe in 2018 was approximately 5,160.
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