Customs
Africa
Tanzania Customs Regulations
Import & export rules, duty-free allowances, prohibited items, and traveler health advisory
200 cigs
Tobacco allowance
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Import Regulations
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Counterfeit items
- Local currency (Tanzanian shilling)
- Live animals – health certificate required along with complete and valid inoculations. Contact nearest embassy.
- Plants, foodstuff and seeds– health certificate required.
- Weaponry and ammunition – with permission only. Contact nearest embassy.
- Medication
- For video/ filming equipment, radios, tape recorders and musical instruments a bond may be placed to assure that the goods will be re-exported.
- 200 cigarettes
- 50 cigars
- 250g of tobacco
- 1 Imperial pint of spirits
- Non-commercial amount of gifts and other items for personal use.
- Foreign currency
Export Regulations
- Reasonable amount of alcohol and tobacco
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Counterfeit items
- Local currency (Tanzanian shilling)
- Natural souvenirs – starfish, shells, corals, bones etc.
- It is advisable to keep all receipts when purchasing locally crafted items
Health & Security
Basic health information for travelers to Tanzania
Basic security information for travelers to Tanzania
🩺 Basic Health Information for Travelers to Tanzania
- Medical facilities are limited through out the country, especially outside Dar es Salaam.
- All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
🛡 Basic Security Information for Travelers to Tanzania
- Instances of crime including muggings and theft have been reported throughout the country and all travellers are urged to keep their passport and other valuables in a safe and secure location for the duration of their visit and should avoid any obvious displays of affluence which could serve to attract attention. Drugging of drinks in popular night clubs and bars is not uncommon and all visitors should exercise caution in unfamiliar and potentially dangerous environments. Sexual assaults and rapes can occur and female travellers in particular should avoid travelling throughout poorly lit areas of the country after dark.
Contact Information
For further assistance please contact the Tanzanian Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.