Semester Registration

Semester registration is done Online in your student portal once logged in. A minimum deposit of 50% of the total fees is required for you to register.
Students are advised to register as soon as they are accepted to secure a place for programs with limited capacity or within the registration period as stipulated in the Academic Calendar:
Academic Calendar .

Online Registration & Tuition Payment – UNILUS

Greetings! Welcome to the University of Lusaka – June/July Semester

We’re excited to welcome you to the University of Lusaka! To help you get started, please review the following tuition fee payment guidelines.

Tuition Fee Payment

Tuition fees can be paid soon after you receive your Acceptance Letter. An initial deposit of at least 50% of the total tuition fees is required to register.

Please ensure you use your full Student Identity Number for all payments (including accommodation and transcript requests).

I. Real-Time Payment Options

Online Payment

Payments are made via the student portal at https://portal.unilus.ac.zm/. Login using your student number and password.

If you have trouble logging in, reset your password at https://portal.unilus.ac.zm/password/recover.

Currently, only valid Visa cards are supported for real-time transaction updates.

Bank Deposit – Real Time

BANK: ZANACO / Indo-Zambia Bank

SERVICES: Bill Master / Lusaka Main

Student Number Example: BBA1111111 / 090001

Account Name: University of Lusaka

Account Number: 0012030001876

SWIFT Code: INZAZMLX

II. Bank Deposits (For International Students)

Bank Branch Account Name Account Number Swift Code
ABSA Head Office University Of Lusaka 001-1071643 BARCZMLX
INDO University Of Lusaka 0012031000719

Please submit proof of payment to the Accounts Department via email: accounts@unilus.ac.zm.

REGISTRATION

Visit www.unilus.ac.zm or search “UNILUS” online.

Click on “Portal” in the website header, then select “Students.”

  • Log in using your student number and password.
    Reset Password (if needed): Select “Student” account type, enter your student
    number, and follow the emailed link to set a new password.

○ Accessible via desktop, tablet, or mobile devices.
○ Ensure sponsor information is complete.
○ Click “Course Registrations,” review available courses, and click “Submit
Registration.”
○ Review the confirmation page and finalize if at least 50% of fees are paid. If not,
proceed with the Online Payment option.

ACCOMMODATION

On-Campus Accommodation

The University offers accommodation facilities at our Silverest Campus for all programs offered there. To be accommodated, students must be REGISTERED and must apply strictly through their Student Portal.

It is mandatory that accommodation fees are paid in full within 48 hours of a confirmed room reservation.

Application Dates

  • School of Medicine: June 2, 2025
  • School of Business and Public Health: June 16, 2025

Move-In Dates

  • School of Medicine: June 31, 2025 – July 13, 2025
  • School of Business and Public Health: July 21, 2025 – August 3, 2025

Check-In Times

  • Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 16:00
  • Weekends: 08:00 – 12:00

Accommodation Payment Details

  • Bank: Indo-Zambia Bank
  • Branch: Lusaka Main
  • Account Name: UNILUS – Accommodation Fees
  • Account Number: 0012030002029
  • Sort Code: 0900001
  • SWIFT Code: INZAZMLX
📄 For accommodation fees and rules: https://www.unilus.ac.zm/accommodation_fees.php

Off-Campus Accommodation

The University maintains a curated list of recommended boarding houses conveniently located near all our campus locations. Each property has been thoroughly vetted by our Student Affairs Department. Students can access the full database of approved boarding houses on the university website or by visiting the Student Affairs Office. 🔗 https://unilus.ac.zm/accomodation.php

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

 International Students—Study Permit Information

All accepted international students must apply for a study permit through the
Zambia Immigration Department.

Students outside the SADC region must first obtain a visa and only travel after receiving approval. Once in Zambia,
they must apply for a study permit within 30 days of entry.

 Study Permit Requirements

  • Apply within 30 days of entry.
  • Application fee: K9,000 (non-refundable).
  • Application methods:
    • Online (self-service)
    • Through the International Student Advisor / Student Affairs Department

 Required Documents (Checklist)

  1. Certified copy of valid passport (done in Zambia by commissioner for oaths)
  2. Cover letter to Director General of Immigration
  3. UNILUS Letter of Acceptance
  4. Medical report (UNILUS or Zambian government hospital)
  5. 1 Passport-size photo
  6. Commitment letter (Sponsor/Guardians/Parents)
  7. Consent letter (Parents/Guardians/Spouse)
  8. Covering and Host letters (from International Student Advisor/Academic Office)

 All documents must be scanned (JPG or PNG, max 1.0MB) and sent to:
internationaladvisor@unilus.ac.zm
Or upload them at:
www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm

⚠️ Important

  • Complete the application and payment within 30 days of arrival.
  • Failure to comply may result in:
    • Penalty fee of K24,000
    • Possible deportation

💬 The International Advisory Office is available to support you throughout the process.  WhatsApp Groups by School

 Contact Information

For any assistance, please contact the International Office and include your Student Identity Number in all communication.

 UNILUS Contact Information

OfficePhoneEmail
General Enquiries+260972832671 / +260 211 233 407info@unilus.ac.zm
Accounts Department+260975884829accounts@unilus.ac.zm
International Students Advisor+260765654876internationaladvisor@unilus.ac.zm
Accommodation+260972713792accommodation@unilus.ac.zm

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Registration Tutorial & Student ID Processing

Students are encouraged to review the registration tutorial for guidance.
For enquiries, email: info@unilus.ac.zm.

All registered students must apply for their Student ID cards by sending the following details to
id@unilus.ac.zm:

  1. Full Name
  2. Programme of Study
  3. Student Identity Number
  4. Year and Semester of Study
  5. Passport Size Photograph

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