Africa > Zambia: Covid-19 and Travel
Present Situation
Total cases: 338 986
Active cases: 2 292
Recovered: 332 655
Deaths: 4 039
Vaccination count: 3.2 millions
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2023-01-22
Summary of the situation
Negative PCR test results is required for some travelers.
Masks are required in public spaces
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Allowed
Commercial flights are operating, and international air and land borders are open.
Fully vaccinated travelers do not require any form of negative COVID test results but are required to provide proof of full vaccination status. Fully vaccinated means complete doses of a vaccine-for example, first and second doses of a two dose COVID-19 vaccine.
Not fully vaccinated international travelers MUST show proof of a COVD-19 PCR test for a sample collected within 72 hours of departure from the country of origin.
Children below the age of 12 years old are exempt from these measures.
Zambia has implemented limited screening upon arrival at the international airport in Lusaka. The screening entails completing COVID-19 risk assessment form and may include using no-touch thermometers (“thermo-scanners”) to check body temperature. Symptomatic individuals will be required to self-isolate for 14 days and may be asked to submit samples for additional COVID-19 testing.
Tests: Negative PCR test results is required for some travelers.
Quarantine: Depends
Self-isolation required for some travelers.
Information updated on 2023-03-08.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: Partial
Zambia has implemented multiple public health measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 within its borders:
Wearing a facemask is required in all public spaces, including on public transport.
Maintaining social distancing of 1 meter (3 feet) is required, and individuals are urged to avoid crowded places.
Individuals must wash their hands frequently with soap and water or sanitize them with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Persons are urged to seek medical attention in a timely manner if feeling unwell.
Businesses, governmental institutions, and other establishments may require individuals to adhere to additional COVID-19-related measures to enter their premises or access services. Some establishments and services may be subject to reduced operating schedules.
Mask use
Masks are required in public spaces
Gatherings: Allowed
Allowed under covid restrictions
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open
