🇿🇼 Is Zimbabwe safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Zimbabwe: 19 diplomatic missions from 19 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Zimbabwe
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Visa required; obtainable at land and air borders or in advance online; maximum stay is 30 days
- Extensions beyond 30 days must be requested at the Immigration Office in major cities
- USD accepted in all hotels and restaurants; ATMs dispensing dollars are scarce and many reject foreign cards
- Carry enough cash to cover the entire trip, as card acceptance is unreliable
Risk areas and situations
- Malaria risk in Zambezi Valley, Victoria Falls, Kariba, Hwange and other low-altitude areas during rainy season (Nov–Apr)
- Deteriorated roads and poor driving practices make road travel hazardous, especially at night
- Driving at night is strongly discouraged due to the combination of road conditions and lack of street lighting
Health
- Vaccination certificate not mandatory, but certain vaccines are recommended before travel
- Monitor regional epidemiological situation, particularly viral hemorrhagic fever outbreaks in neighbouring countries
- Public hospital infrastructure lacks adequate human and financial resources; private health insurance is strongly advised
- Bring personal medications with a translated medical prescription to avoid issues at the airport
Emergency numbers in Zimbabwe
Embassies and consulates in Zimbabwe
19 diplomatic missions from 19 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Harare |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Harare |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Harare |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Harare |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Harare |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Harare Province |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | Harare |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Harare |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Harare |
| 🇬🇭 Ghana | 1 | Harare |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 1 | Harare |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 1 | Harare |
…and 7 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Zimbabwe is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Zimbabwe safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Zimbabwe is 1.68/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Zimbabwe?
The general emergency number in Zimbabwe is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Zimbabwe?
Telcomia tracks 19 diplomatic missions from 19 countries in Zimbabwe, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.