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Lusaka: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Lusaka is the capital and largest city of Zambia. It is one of the fastest-developing cities in southern Africa.

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Now in the cityLusaka+34°CClear · sunset 06:10 PMupdated 01:29 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map6
Exchange rateZK 20.25per 1 $ZMW — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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New information about entry requirements for those entering from Ebola-affected regions ('Entry requirements' page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Zambia . Exercise normal precautions in Zambia . Read the Travel Guidance for additional information about travel to Zambia.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport LUN20 km from the centre
Kariba Airport KAB139 km from the centre
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport NLA271 km from the centre
Cities of Zambia
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