Immigration Services
Work, live, and invest in Zambia without the paperwork stress.
Overview
Zambia's immigration process rejects a large share of applications on avoidable technicalities - missing supporting letters, wrong permit category, or expired documents. We prepare and submit applications to the Department of Immigration for employment permits, residence permits, dependent passes, investor permits, and appeals against refused applications, and we track each file until a decision is issued.
Services Included
- ✓ Employment permit applications and renewals
- ✓ Residence permit applications (temporary and permanent)
- ✓ Dependent's pass applications for spouses and children
- ✓ Investor permit applications linked to registered investment
- ✓ Appeals and re-submissions for refused applications
- ✓ Permit category guidance via our eligibility quiz
Who This Is For
- • Foreign nationals with a Zambian job offer
- • Investors setting up or expanding a business in Zambia
- • Families relocating to Zambia
- • Applicants whose permit was previously refused
Typical Timeline
4-8 weeks for employment and residence permits; 2-4 weeks for dependent passes; appeals vary by case.
Our Process
- 1
Eligibility check
Take our permit eligibility quiz or speak to our team to confirm the right permit category for your situation.
- 2
Document preparation
We prepare the application pack: employer letters, qualifications, police clearance, medical reports and supporting affidavits.
- 3
Submission
We lodge the application with the Department of Immigration and pay the prescribed fees on your behalf.
- 4
Follow-up
We track the file and respond to any queries from the immigration office during processing.
- 5
Permit collection
We collect the approved permit and brief you on renewal timelines and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which permit do I need?
It depends on your purpose of stay and duration - use our eligibility quiz on the Immigration page or ask us directly and we'll confirm the right category.
Can you help if my application was already refused?
Yes. We review the refusal reason, correct the underlying issue, and file an appeal or fresh application.
Do investor permits require a minimum investment?
Yes, investor permits are linked to a minimum threshold registered with the Zambia Development Agency; we'll confirm current thresholds during your consultation.