Zimbabwe traditional visa application requires applicants to visit embassy and submit documents in person. The Zimbabwe eVisa eligible travellers, on the other hand, can complete the visa application process entirely online, without collecting sticker visa from an embassy.
The online visa application process, offers following benefits:
Can all travellers apply for a Zimbabwe eVisa?
Only travellers eligible for Zimbabwe eVisa can apply online. Remaining must check their eligibility for embassy visa or visa-free entry.
This is helpful for traveller living far from an embassy, as they are not required to visit any other city just to apply for the visa.
Following benefits are offered by eVisa platform:
The application fee for eVisa is lower as compared to traditional visa?
The application cost varies depending on the applicants nationality and eVisa type applied for. Before applying check the Zimbabwe eVisa fee and keep a payment method ready. The main saving is the cost of travelling to the visa office.
The eVisa applicants can follow the progress of their eVisa application online from their home.
The applicants are not required to visit visa office just to know about their application status.
What if the passport number is entered wrongly?
If the approved eVisa has wrong passport number, it cannot be used for travel purpose. Contact Zimbabwe visa support for guidance on next step.
The embassy visa requires passport collection from embassy after visa sticker is added. The eVisa approval is send directly to the applicant’s registered email ID.
For travel, keep a print copy of the approved eVisa and keep it with the passport used for the application
How soon should applicants apply?
Apply atleast 2 week before travel if selecting standard processing option (7 - 9 Working Days). Urgent or immediate travel plans requires applicant to select either rush (5 - 7 Working Days) or super-rush (3 - 5 working days) processing option.
As someone who has dealt with the long traditional visa process before, this article was exactly what i needed. The eVisa option sounds faster,easier and way more convinient. I'm now planning to apply for my Zimbabwe eVisa soon.
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