Zimbabwe Passport Services in UAE 2026

Apply for or renew your Zimbabwe e-passport in the UAE at the Abu Dhabi Embassy or Dubai Consulate. Adult passports cost $120 (AED 441), child passports $80 (AED 294), with express processing from $250 (AED 918).

How Much?

$120 / AED 441

Adult standard passport

How Long?

6-8 Weeks

Standard processing time

Where?

2 Offices

Abu Dhabi & Dubai

Where to Apply -- 2 Offices in the UAE

Abu Dhabi (Embassy)

Villa No. 19, Al Karamah St

+971 2 634 7200

Sun-Thu 09:00-13:00

All Passport Services

Dubai (Consulate)

Al Moosa Tower 2, Sheikh Zayed Rd

+971 4 355 2677

Sun-Thu 09:00-13:00

Passports & Renewals

Zimbabwe Passport Fees in UAE 2026

All fees are quoted in US Dollars and can also be paid in UAE Dirhams (AED) at the prevailing exchange rate. The table below shows approximate AED equivalents based on a rate of 1 USD = 3.67 AED.

Service Fee (USD) Fee (AED) Validity Notes
Adult e-Passport (New/Renewal) $120 AED 440 10 years Standard processing 6-8 weeks
Child Passport (Under 16) $80 AED 294 5 years Both parents must consent
Express Adult Passport $250 AED 918 10 years Fast-track 2-3 weeks
Express Child Passport $200 AED 734 5 years Fast-track 2-3 weeks
Emergency Travel Document $50 AED 184 Single journey Issued in 1-2 working days
Lost Passport Replacement $170 AED 624 10 years Police report required
Note: Fees are subject to change without notice. Confirm current fees with the embassy or consulate before your visit. AED amounts are approximate and may vary based on the exchange rate on the day of payment. Additional charges may apply for certified copies and postage. See our complete fee schedule for all consular services.

Payment Methods

The Abu Dhabi Embassy and Dubai Consulate accept cash payments in USD or AED. Payment must be made at the time of application. Keep your receipt safe as it serves as your collection reference. It is recommended to bring the exact amount in cash, as change availability may be limited. Bank transfer options may be available upon request -- contact the office directly to confirm.

Documents Required for Zimbabwe Passport in UAE

Adult Passport Application (18+)

  1. Completed passport application form (collected from embassy/consulate)
  2. Current or expired Zimbabwe passport (to be surrendered)
  3. Zimbabwe National ID card (original and certified copy)
  4. Long-form birth certificate (original and certified copy)
  5. Two recent passport-sized photographs (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background)
  6. Proof of UAE residence (valid UAE residence visa, Emirates ID copy)
  7. Marriage certificate or divorce decree (if applicable, for name changes)
  8. Police report from UAE police (for lost or stolen passports only)

Additional Documents for Child Passport (Under 16)

  1. Child long-form birth certificate (original and certified copy)
  2. Both parents national IDs or passports (originals and copies)
  3. Consent letter from absent parent (if only one parent is applying)
  4. Court order granting custody (if parents are divorced/separated)
  5. Death certificate (if one parent is deceased)
  6. Child's Emirates ID (if resident in UAE)

Passport Photo Specifications

  • Two identical colour photographs
  • Size: 3.5cm x 4.5cm
  • White background
  • Taken within last 6 months
  • No glasses, hats, or head coverings
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed
  • Dark or bright-coloured clothing (no white tops)
  • Face clearly visible, looking directly at camera

Passport photos can be taken at many photo studios and typing centres throughout Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Specify Zimbabwe passport size (3.5cm x 4.5cm) as it differs from the standard UAE passport photo size. Popular options include studios near Al Moosa Tower in Dubai or typing centres in Al Karamah area of Abu Dhabi.

UAE-Specific Documentation

As a Zimbabwe citizen residing in the UAE, you must provide proof of your legal status in the country. This includes:

  • Emirates ID: A clear copy (front and back) of your valid Emirates ID card
  • UAE Residence Visa: A copy of the residence visa page stamped in your current passport
  • Employment Contract or Sponsor Letter: May be requested as additional proof of residence
  • UAE Police Clearance: Required only for lost or stolen passport replacement

If your UAE residence visa is in your expired/old passport, you will need to carry both the old passport (with visa) and any new travel document or interim receipt.

Passport Processing Times

Service Type Processing Time Fee (USD / AED) Notes
Standard e-Passport 6-8 weeks $120 / AED 440 May take longer during peak periods (December-January, Eid holidays)
Express/Fast-Track 2-3 weeks $250 / AED 918 Prioritised processing in Harare queue
Emergency Travel Document 1-2 working days $50 / AED 184 For urgent travel to Zimbabwe only
Lost Passport Replacement 8-10 weeks $170 / AED 624 Additional verification required with UAE police report
Why does it take 6-8 weeks? All Zimbabwe e-passport applications submitted in the UAE are forwarded to the Registrar General's Office in Harare for biometric verification and passport printing. The passport booklets are then returned to the UAE via diplomatic pouch. Express service prioritises your application in the Harare queue. During peak periods such as Eid holidays and the December-January travel season, processing times may extend further.

Tips to Avoid Delays

  • Apply early: Start the process at least 3-4 months before your passport expires or before planned travel
  • Complete documentation: Ensure all documents are in order before your appointment to avoid rejection
  • Avoid peak periods: Applications submitted during Ramadan, Eid, or December holidays may experience longer processing
  • Correct photos: Ensure photos meet exact specifications to prevent resubmission
  • Follow up regularly: Contact the office every 2 weeks after submission to check on progress

Where to Apply for Zimbabwe Passport in UAE

Zimbabwe Embassy Abu Dhabi Embassy

  • Office Hours: Sun-Thu 08:00-16:00
  • Consular (Applications): Sun-Thu 09:00-13:00
  • Passport Services: Full passport services including express and emergency
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Zimbabwe Consulate Dubai Consulate

  • Office Hours: Sun-Thu 08:00-16:00
  • Consular (Applications): Sun-Thu 09:00-13:00
  • Passport Services: Passport applications, renewals, emergency travel documents
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UAE Working Week: Government offices in the UAE, including diplomatic missions, operate Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday are the UAE weekend. Both the Abu Dhabi Embassy and Dubai Consulate are closed on UAE public holidays (National Day, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Islamic New Year) and Zimbabwe national holidays (Independence Day 18 April, Heroes Day in August).

Getting There

Abu Dhabi Embassy

The embassy is located on Al Karamah Street in the diplomatic district of Abu Dhabi. It is easily accessible by car with parking available nearby. The closest Abu Dhabi public bus stops serve the Al Karamah area. If driving from Dubai, take the E11 (Sheikh Zayed Road) to Abu Dhabi -- the journey takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Dubai Consulate

The consulate is located in Al Moosa Tower 2 on Sheikh Zayed Road, one of Dubai's main arterial roads. The nearest Dubai Metro station is Financial Centre Station on the Red Line, approximately a 5-minute walk. Paid parking is available in the tower's basement and surrounding areas.

Step-by-Step Passport Application Process

1

Book an Appointment

Contact the Zimbabwe Embassy in Abu Dhabi at +971 2 634 7200 or the Dubai Consulate at +971 4 355 2677 to schedule a passport appointment. Appointments are required for all passport services. You can also email zimabudhabi@zimfa.gov.zw or zimdubai@zimfa.gov.zw to request an appointment slot.

2

Collect & Complete Application Form

Obtain the official passport application form from the embassy or consulate. Forms must be collected in person or may be emailed upon request. Complete the form in black ink, ensuring all information matches your national ID and birth certificate exactly. Do not use correction fluid.

3

Gather Required Documents

Prepare all original documents and certified copies. Have your passport photos taken at a professional studio in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, ensuring they meet Zimbabwe specifications (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background, no glasses). Your Emirates ID and valid UAE residence visa page are also required.

4

Attend Your Appointment

Visit the embassy or consulate on your appointment date with all documents and payment. Your biometric data (fingerprints and digital photograph) will be captured for the e-passport. The embassy operates Sunday to Thursday; it is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and UAE public holidays. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

5

Pay the Application Fee

Pay the applicable fee in USD or UAE Dirhams (AED) at the prevailing exchange rate. The Abu Dhabi Embassy and Dubai Consulate accept cash payments. An adult standard passport costs $120 (approximately AED 441). Keep your receipt as proof of payment and for passport collection.

6

Track & Collect Your Passport

Your application is forwarded to the Registrar General's Office in Harare for biometric verification and passport printing. Standard processing takes 6-8 weeks. Contact the office where you applied to check status. Collect your new e-passport in person with your receipt. Alternatively, you may authorise someone to collect on your behalf with a notarised letter.

Renewing vs New Zimbabwe Passport in UAE

Passport Renewal

If your passport has expired or is about to expire, you apply for a renewal. The process is the same as a new application, but you must surrender your old passport.

  • Bring your expired/expiring passport
  • Same fee as new passport ($120 / AED 441 adult)
  • Same processing time (6-8 weeks standard)
  • Apply at least 6 months before expiry
  • Your Emirates ID/visa status is not affected during processing

First-Time Application

If you have never held a Zimbabwe passport before, you apply for a new passport. You need additional documentation to prove citizenship.

  • Long-form birth certificate is essential
  • Zimbabwe National ID required
  • Citizenship certificate if citizen by descent/registration
  • May require interview at the embassy
  • Processing may take longer for first-time applicants
UAE Residence Visa Holders: If your UAE residence visa is stamped in your expiring passport, inform the embassy when submitting your application. You may need to visit the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or ICP after receiving your new passport to transfer your residence visa. Keep a copy of your old passport and visa page before surrendering it.

Lost or Stolen Passport in the UAE

If your Zimbabwe passport is lost or stolen while in the UAE, follow these steps immediately:

1

File a Police Report

Report the loss or theft at the nearest UAE police station immediately. You can also file a report through the Dubai Police app or Abu Dhabi Police app. Obtain a copy of the police report -- this is mandatory for your passport replacement application.

2

Contact the Embassy or Consulate

Call the Abu Dhabi Embassy (+971 2 634 7200) or Dubai Consulate (+971 4 355 2677) to report the loss and request an emergency appointment. Explain whether you need an Emergency Travel Document for immediate travel or a replacement passport.

3

Apply for Replacement or Emergency Document

Visit the embassy with your police report, Emirates ID, any photocopies of your lost passport, and two passport photos. A replacement passport costs $170 (AED 624) and takes 8-10 weeks. An Emergency Travel Document costs $50 (AED 184) and is issued in 1-2 working days (valid for single journey to Zimbabwe only).

4

Update UAE Immigration Records

Once you receive your replacement passport, visit the GDRFA or ICP office to transfer your UAE residence visa to the new passport. Carry the police report, old passport copies, and new passport. This step is essential to maintain your legal residency status in the UAE.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Zimbabwe adult e-passport costs $120 (approximately AED 441) and is valid for 10 years. Child passports (under 16) cost $80 (AED 294) and are valid for 5 years. Express processing is $250 (AED 918) for adults and $200 (AED 734) for children, with delivery in 2-3 weeks. Emergency travel documents cost $50 (AED 184). Lost passport replacement is $170 (AED 624). Fees are payable in USD or AED at the prevailing exchange rate. See our full fee schedule for all services.

Zimbabwe passports can be applied for at two locations in the UAE: the Zimbabwe Embassy in Abu Dhabi (Villa No. 19, Al Karamah Street, phone +971 2 634 7200) and the Zimbabwe Consulate in Dubai (Office 704, Al Moosa Tower 2, Sheikh Zayed Road, phone +971 4 355 2677). Both offices accept passport applications during consular hours, Sunday to Thursday 09:00-13:00. Appointments are required.

Standard passport processing at the Dubai Consulate takes 6-8 weeks. Express/fast-track service takes 2-3 weeks at an additional cost ($250 / AED 918 for adults). Emergency travel documents are issued within 1-2 working days. Processing times may be longer during peak periods such as Eid holidays, Ramadan, and the December-January travel season. All applications are sent to the Registrar General in Harare for printing.

You need: (1) completed application form from the embassy/consulate, (2) current or expired Zimbabwe passport, (3) Zimbabwe National ID (original and copy), (4) long-form birth certificate (original and copy), (5) two passport photos (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background), (6) Emirates ID copy (front and back), (7) UAE residence visa page copy, and (8) the application fee. For children, both parents must consent and provide their IDs. For lost passports, a UAE police report is required.

Yes, the Dubai Consulate issues Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) for urgent situations. ETDs cost $50 (AED 184) and are issued within 1-2 working days. They are valid for a single journey to Zimbabwe only. You need your Emirates ID, a police report (if passport was lost/stolen), proof of upcoming travel, and two passport photos. For a full express passport, fast-track processing takes 2-3 weeks at $250 (AED 918).

Yes, while fees are officially quoted in US Dollars, you can pay in UAE Dirhams (AED) at the prevailing exchange rate on the day of your application. At the current rate of approximately 1 USD = 3.67 AED, an adult passport costs about AED 441, a child passport about AED 294, and express processing about AED 918. Cash payment is the preferred method. Always confirm the current exchange rate and accepted payment methods when booking your appointment.

Yes, appointments are required at both the Abu Dhabi Embassy and the Dubai Consulate for all passport services. Contact the Abu Dhabi Embassy at +971 2 634 7200 or email zimabudhabi@zimfa.gov.zw. For the Dubai Consulate, call +971 4 355 2677 or email zimdubai@zimfa.gov.zw. Book well in advance, as appointment slots fill quickly, especially before Eid holidays and during the summer travel season.

The only difference is processing speed and cost. A standard passport costs $120 / AED 441 (adult) and takes 6-8 weeks. An express passport costs $250 / AED 918 (adult) and takes 2-3 weeks. Both produce the same biometric e-passport with the same 10-year validity. Express applications are prioritised in the Harare printing queue. Choose express if you have upcoming travel or need your passport renewed urgently.

Your UAE residence visa and Emirates ID remain valid while your passport application is being processed. When you surrender your old passport, the embassy can provide an acknowledgement receipt confirming your passport is being renewed. Once your new passport is ready, you will need to visit the GDRFA (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs) or ICP (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security) to transfer your residence visa stamp to your new passport. Keep copies of your old passport pages for this process.

Generally, no. Since you must surrender your old passport as part of the application, you will not have a valid travel document during the 6-8 week processing period. If you need to travel urgently, you have two options: (1) request an Emergency Travel Document ($50) which is valid for a single journey to Zimbabwe, or (2) apply for express processing ($250) to receive your new passport in 2-3 weeks. Plan your travel around your passport application timeline, and apply well before any planned trips.

Zimbabwe Community in UAE

The UAE is home to a growing community of Zimbabwean professionals, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Many Zimbabweans work in sectors including hospitality, healthcare, engineering, information technology, and finance across the Emirates. The community is well-established and active, with several informal social groups and church communities providing support networks for newcomers.

Useful Tips for Zimbabweans in UAE

  • Passport validity: UAE immigration requires your passport to be valid for at least 6 months. Begin your renewal process well before the 6-month threshold to avoid complications with your residency status.
  • Keep copies: Always maintain photocopies and digital scans of your passport, Emirates ID, and visa page. Store these in a secure cloud service or email them to yourself.
  • Embassy registration: Register with the Zimbabwe Embassy in Abu Dhabi for consular updates and emergency notifications. This also helps the embassy assist you in case of emergencies.
  • Document attestation: If you need Zimbabwe documents attested for UAE purposes, the embassy can assist with document legalisation services.
  • Dual currency: While UAE is a dirham-based economy, many embassy fees are quoted in USD. Exchange bureaus (Al Ansari Exchange, UAE Exchange) in Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer competitive USD rates.

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Passport Fees (2026)

  • Adult Passport $120 / AED 441
  • Child Passport $80 / AED 294
  • Express Adult $250 / AED 918
  • Express Child $200 / AED 734
  • Emergency Doc $50 / AED 184
  • Lost Replacement $170 / AED 624
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Quick Contact

Abu Dhabi Embassy

+971 2 634 7200

zimabudhabi@zimfa.gov.zw

Dubai Consulate

+971 4 355 2677

zimdubai@zimfa.gov.zw

Processing Times

  • Standard 6-8 weeks
  • Express 2-3 weeks
  • Emergency Doc 1-2 days
  • Lost Replacement 8-10 weeks

Before You Visit

Embassy Closures 2026

Closed on UAE public holidays and Zimbabwe national holidays:

  • New Year's Day 1 Jan
  • Eid al-Fitr ~20-22 Mar
  • Zim Independence Day 18 Apr
  • Eid al-Adha ~27-29 May
  • Islamic New Year ~17 Jun
  • Zim Heroes Day 11 Aug
  • Zim Defence Forces Day 12 Aug
  • Prophet's Birthday ~26 Aug
  • Zim Unity Day 22 Dec
  • UAE National Day 2-3 Dec

Islamic holidays are approximate -- dates depend on moon sighting.

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