Employment Permit

Employment Permit is a residence route in Zambia (Emprego). Employer-sponsored; issue ZMW 24,000, renewal ZMW 28,000; max 10 yrs; Residence (PR) permit after 10+ continuous years.

Requirements at a glance

Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 10 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.

CategoriaEmprego
Investimento—
Taxas (família)CHF 900 + CHF 1'200 / ano
Rendimento / ano—
Patrimônio—
Estadia mín.—
RP10
Cidadania10
Trabalhoyes
Elegívelall
ImpostosSource-based, but residents taxed on foreign interest & dividends; top rate 37%
Data de referência2026-10
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