Residence Permit (permanent residence)
Residence Permit (permanent residence) is a residence route in Zambia (Other). Issued to established residents (investor 3 yrs, employment 10 yrs, spouse 5 yrs); ZMW 20,000. Citizenship after 10 yrs ordinary residence; dual citizenship allowed.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after now years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Source-based, but residents taxed on foreign interest & dividends; top rate 37%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Other |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 600 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | now |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | Investors after 3 yrs, employees after 10 yrs, spouses after 5 yrs |
| Tax | Source-based, but residents taxed on foreign interest & dividends; top rate 37% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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