Residence Permit (permanent residence)
Residence Permit (permanent residence) is a residence route in Zambia (Otros). 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 ya 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.
| Categoría | Otros |
|---|---|
| Inversión | — |
| Tasas (familia) | CHF 600 |
| Ingresos / año | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Estancia mín. | — |
| RP | ya |
| Ciudadanía | 10 |
| Trabajo | yes |
| Requisitos | Investors after 3 yrs, employees after 10 yrs, spouses after 5 yrs |
| Impuestos | Source-based, but residents taxed on foreign interest & dividends; top rate 37% |
| A fecha de | 2026-10 |
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