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Moving to Zambia

Moving to Zambia or for that matter any country can become difficult-unless you make yourself aware of the customs regulation details in that country. After all, you do not want your belongings to be stranded in some port in the country. In some countries especially, customs regulations can be very stringent-and you may suddenly find yourself in a puddle. So, do your homework!

The customs regulations information listed on our website have been collected from several sources including information made-available-by embassies and government websites.

Customs Regulations applicable while shipping to Zambia

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

  • Passport
  • Residence Visa
  • Work Permit
  • Proof of Employment
  • Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment
  • Detailed Inventory in ENGLISH with values, dated and signed
  • Original bill of lading and two copies with price of freight indicated

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

  • Document for free entry (for diplomats) requires 20 days to be obtained
  • CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CLEARANCE TO AVOID BONDED STORAGE CHARGES
  • All shipments must arrive within six months of Customer's arrival
  • Shipments inspected at random
  • Customer is to complete Declaration Form
  • Original documents must arrive before the shipment

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

  • New items
  • Foodstuff
  • Motor vehicles

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • Drugs
  • Meat
  • Plants
  • Firearms (will be held until license obtained - about six months)
  • Pornographic Material
  • Left hand motor vehicles prohibited
  • Alcohol or any other spirits are prohibited and subject to more than 100% tax.

MOTOR VEHICLES

  • One auto allowed
  • Taxed according to value (if exceeding $5,000) and mileage

DUTIES

For new personal effects:

  • 25 percent of the invoice value plus 17.5 percent VAT on electrical items
  • 15 percent of the invoice value plus 17.5 percent VAT on computers

For new cars:

  • 25 percent of the declared value (invoice is needed) plus 17.5 percent VAT
Zambia

NOTE - Customs regulations of Zambia are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Zambia (this destination )and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, Movers.com 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 before you make your move to Zambia.

Major Citie(s) in Zambia

  • Lusaka

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