Free export

• No information available

Prohibited

• Narcotics
• Pornography (please consider the term as used under the Islamic law)
• Counterfeit items
• Cultural artefacts and other objects of cultural importance
• Henna
• Palm tree and any products thereof
• Explosive material

Restricted

• Endangered species and any products or parts thereof as outlined by CITES maybe be brought in only with CITES permission. For more information see (Contact tab)

Basic health information for travelers to Zambia

• Overall medical facilities in Zambia are poor especially in rural areas. Even basic drugs and clean needles may not be available. Travellers are advised to take along any required medication including needles, dressings etc. Travelling with prescriptions is advised.

• Malaria, Rabies and Tuberculosis (TB) are common to Zambia. Routine vaccination are recommended for all travellers planning on visiting this country.

• 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 Zambia

• There are occasionally incidents of armed robberies, vehicle hijackings and pick pocketing. Areas popular with foreigners are particular targets and all travellers are strongly advised to keep their passport and other valuable items in a safe and secure location for the duration of their stay and should also avoid any obvious displays of affluence which could serve to attract unwanted attention. Incidents of rape have been reported in popular nightlife areas, as well as in private residences and all visitors should avoid travelling alone throughout the country after dark.

• Visitors to the country should also stay well away from any large demonstrations or protests which could potentially turn violent. Travel at night is particularly ill advised owing to the risks of collision with wild animals and the threat of sometimes violent assault and carjacking.

• Travellers should exercise caution when travelling in the rural parts of North Western, Copperbelt, Central and Luapula provinces close to the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly after dark.

For further assistance please contact the Zambian Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

Zambian Customs contact information

Address:
Customs Services
Nchanga House
P.O Box 20454
Kitwe.
Telephone: +260227544
Website: http://www.zra.org.zm/


For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Zambian Embassy.

List of Zambian Embassies all over the world: http://zambia.visahq.co.uk/embassy/United-Kingdom/