Customs Concession

Your personal possessions which are not intended for disposal or consumption in Zimbabwe are allowed entry duty-free. In addition, other consumable goods which are not merchandise imported for trade purposes may be imported up to a value of US$250 or its equivalent in other currencies per person. Alcoholic beverages may be included within this allowance by persons over the age of 18 years, subject to a limit per person of 5 litres,of which not more than 2 litres may be spirits .Members of a family travelling together may aggregate their allowances.

Health Requirements

With the exception of children less than one year of age, all visitors coming to Zimbabwe from infected areas are requested to possess vaccination certificates against cholera and yellow fever. It is not advisable to swim in the country's rivers and dams as they may be infected with bilharzia.It is however worth nothing that all tap water is very safe to drink and water in swimming pools is purified hence very safe. If you are intending to visit low-lying areas such as Victoria Falls, Hwange,Kariba,Gonarezhou and Zambezi Valley, it is advisable to take a course of anti-malaria tablets a a precaution. Prophylaxis is 100 percent effective. However it is always advisable to check with your doctor or pharmacist before travelling to such areas. Most establishments in the country do have mosquito nets and repellents.

Pets

Regional tourists (except) Mozambicans) who wish to bring pets into Zimbabwe should apply or an inter-territorial import and export permit, together with a health certificate from their nearest Veterinary Office. Tourists from other countries should apply well ahead for a permit.

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