Filipino citizens moving to Republic of Zimbabwe
Filipino nationals typically move to Republic of Zimbabwe through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Department of Immigration, Republic of Zimbabwe, so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 9 Zimbabwe routes — 4 can be started without a job offer, and 2 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by Department of Immigration, Republic of Zimbabwe and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Republic of Zimbabwe consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Filipino citizens
Of the 9 Republic of Zimbabwe routes we cover, 4 can be started without an employer sponsor and 2 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
All Republic of Zimbabwe routes open to Filipino applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Holiday Visa
Visitor visa for leisure or holiday travel to Zimbabwe.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Business Visa
Business visitor visa for meetings, seminars or short-term projects without entering the Zimbabwean workforce.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Conferencing Visa
Visa for attending conferences, seminars, workshops and other professional events in Zimbabwe.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
KAZA Visa
Regional tourist visa for entry within the Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area framework.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Temporary Employment Permit
Zimbabwe work permit route requiring employer, qualification, recruitment, company and clearance evidence.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Investor Residence Permit
Residence permit route for investors with project, funds, equipment and stakeholder evidence.
No sponsor needed · Leads to settlement
Spouse Residence Permit
Residence permit route for a foreign spouse supported by the local spouse.
Sponsor required · Leads to settlement
Student Permit
Residence permit for students accepted by a Zimbabwe college or university.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Scholars Permit
Permit for school pupils with local guardian, accommodation and Ministry of Education clearance evidence.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Filipino citizens enter Republic of Zimbabwe without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by Department of Immigration, Republic of Zimbabwe and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Republic of Zimbabwe visa routes are best suited to Filipino applicants?+
Filipino nationals typically move to Republic of Zimbabwe through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Department of Immigration, Republic of Zimbabwe, so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Filipino applicants typically apply for a Republic of Zimbabwe visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Republic of Zimbabwe consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Republic of Zimbabwe's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Filipino citizens need a job offer to move to Republic of Zimbabwe?+
Not necessarily. 4 of the 9 Republic of Zimbabwe routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Filipino citizens get permanent residence in Republic of Zimbabwe?+
Yes. 2 of the 9 Republic of Zimbabwe routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.