Can I apply for a Zambia Work Visa while in Zambia on a tourist visa?
No, you cannot legally apply for a Zambia Work Visa while on a tourist visa. Zambian immigration laws require individuals to:
- Leave Zambia and apply for a Work Visa through a Zambian embassy or consulate in their home country or a designated third country.
- Wait for the visa approval before entering Zambia for employment.
Why this rule exists:
The tourist visa is strictly for tourism and leisure purposes. Transitioning to a work status while on a tourist visa would violate immigration policies.
Exceptions:
In very rare cases, some employers may secure special permissions to initiate work permits while the applicant is in Zambia. However, this is highly uncommon and often involves complex legal processes.
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