ZAMBIA

Zambia

Passport Ranking - 153th


The Zambian passport ranks in the 153rd place according to the Top Passports Index, which is a low ranking. Zambia’s passport ranking comes from what the country has achieved in mobility, investment, and quality of life.
132rd
 Mobility Index
  174th
Investment Index
  156nd
Quality of Life Index
Mobility Index
score 37.9  
Zambia’s passport ranks 132nd according to the Mobility Index. This factor is calculated by the number of countries that passport holders can freely enter. Zambian passport holders can enter 75 global destinations without needing a visa or by obtaining a visa on arrival or electronic travel authorization (eTA). But, they need to acquire a visa for the USA, Canada, and the Schengen countries.
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Zambia

Top Passports Rank: 153

Destinations: 75

38
Visa free
34
Visa on arrival
3
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
123
Visa required
Investment Index
score 26.9  
The Zambian passport ranks poorly in the Investment Index. It ranks 174th, which is the lowest ranking among other factors. Despite this rank, investing in Zambia may be attractive to foreigners due to the political and economic stability, favorable climate for investment, and business facilities. Taxes in Zambia are higher than average. There are also some promising investment sectors in Zambia such as manufacturing, electricity, and energy.

GDP

GDP
$19.32 billion
GNI per capita
GNI per capita
$3,560
Personal tax rate
Personal tax rate
37.5%
Quality of Life Index
score 48.5  
The quality of life in Zambia is poor. But the country has some advantages such as low cost of living and safety, as it is among the safest countries in Africa. Zambia’s lifestyle is peaceful and the locals are friendly.

Zambia ranks 156th in the Quality of Life Index, in which these criteria are considered:

Sustainable Development
Low
Zambia ranks 140th in the Sustainable Development Report 2021 with a score of 54.16.
Freedom
Partially free
Zambia scored 51/100 in Global Freedom Status.
Cost of living
Low
Zambia ranks 114th on the Cost of Living Index.
Environmental performance
Low
Zambia ranked 132nd in the 2020 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) with a score of 34.7.
Happiness
Low
Zambia ranks 137th in The World Happiness Report 2022 with a score of 3.760.
Migrant acceptance
Low
Zambia ranks 84th on Gallup’s Migrant Acceptance Index with a score of 5.15.
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About Zambia
The Republic of Zambia is a landlocked country in southern Africa. The capital is Lusaka, located in the south-central part of Zambia. The population is mainly concentrated around Lusaka in the south and the Copper Belt Province in the northwest. Zambia gained independence in October 1964 and is a one-party state.
Capital
Lusaka
Language
English
Currency
Zambian kwacha
Local Time
UTC+02:00
Demographics
Zambia has a population of 18.38 million.
Christianity is the main religion in the country.
English is the official language of the country.
There is a Muslim community in Zambia, mostly of Indian origin.
Economy and Industry
Zambia’s cryptocurrency regulation does not exist yet.
Copper accounts for more than 80% of Zambia’s export earnings.
The most important agricultural product in the country is maize.
Culture and Life
Education in Zambia is free for primary and secondary education.
Healthcare in Zambia has a well-developed public and private sector.
Zambia has beautiful attractions and several national parks.
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FAQ
Zambia’s passport ranks 153rd in the Top Passports Index, derived from its poor performance in mobility, investment, and quality of life.
The Zambian passport gives free access to 75 international destinations, including Malaysia, the Philippines, and Madagascar.
No, foreigners can lease land for up to 99 years but they cannot own land.
The Zambian passport ranks unremarkably with the 153rd place in the Top Passports Index.
Currently, the Zambian constitution allows dual citizenship.
You can buy, sell, and trade cryptocurrencies in Zambia without breaking the law, but it is not legal tender.
Life in Zambia is simple and peaceful and life is based on agriculture, and traditional cultures are still dominant outside the urban areas.
Although the cost of living is relatively cheap and safe, the quality of life in Zambia is poor, ranking 156th in the Top Passports Quality of Life Index.
Yes, Zambia is a relatively safe country and the locals are welcoming to foreigners and expats, but there is a risk of pickpocketing and theft in crowded areas.
The Zambian education system consists of 7 years of primary school, 2 years of middle school, 3 years of secondary school, and then university.
Education in Zambia is of average quality, ranking 105th in the Education Index.
Although health care in Zambia is universal and is supposed to be provided to all citizens, it is very basic, with limited resources and facilities, and is underfunded.
Yes, Zambia is a good investment destination in the African continent due to its positive economic environment and investment-friendly legal framework.
Yes, foreigners can freely invest in Zambia with 100% ownership of companies.

Examples of taxes in Zambia:

  • Corporate taxes, up to 35%.
  • Personal income tax up to 37.5%
  • Property tax at 5%
  • VAT at 16%
No, the personal income tax rate in Zambia is up to 37.5%, and the VAT is 16%.