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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Inventory (listing serial numbers of electrical appliances)
- Immigrants or returning residents after an absence of two years or more
also require:
- Declaration of Undertaking (Form C38)
- Passport
- Residence or Work Permit
- Returning residents after an absence of less than two year also require:
- Immigrant's Declaration Form
- Proof of original export
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
- Immigrants and returning residents (after absence of two years of more)
may be allowed to import used household goods and personal effects duty-free
- All goods must have been in customer's possession prior to arrival
- Goods imported must not be sold or disposed of within 12 months of date
of entry
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products
- Persons visiting Zimbabwe and Zimbabwean residents returning to their country, of at
least 18 years, may import a maximum of 5 liters of alcoholic drink, of which no more
than 2 liters can be spirits.
New items
Precious metal
Antiques and works of art
Office equipment including computers, typewriters, fax machines, etc.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Weapons and ammunition (application to import must be made to the
Secretary of Home Affairs)
- Drugs
- Pornographic material
- Citrus fruits, plants and seeds subject to an Import License
- Forged documents and counterfeit money
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Immigrants or returning residents after an absence of two years or more:
- Each family member over age 18 can import a motor vehicle duty and
tax-free if owned by individual member for six months
- If less than six months, all relevant documents will have to be produced
to Customs, including import license
- A returning resident absent for less than two years will not usually be
allowed duty-free importation
- Autos may not be sold or disposed of within 12 months of importation
- Not more than two vehicles per family
- Documents required:
- Form C38 (MV)
- Immigrants Declaration
- Passport
- Residence Permit
- Import License if ownership of vehicle prior to importation is less than
six months
- There are no restrictions but front seat safety belts are required by law. The duty
on autos is 60%, the tax is 15%, and the surtax is 35%. Duty rates are subject to change at anytime
without notice.
PETS
- Subject to import control
- Application to import should be made with the Director of Veterinary
Services
USEFUL INFORMATION
Strict currency exchange control regulations apply in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi. No
exports can be made without the approval of the local Reserve Bank. This body approves
(or rejects) all applications for foreign currency to spend on shipping and destination
services prior to dispatch.
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations
applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for
general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since
such regulations are subject to change without notice, cannot be held liable
for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.