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Zimbabwe Information Following infomation is subject to change please check before travelling.   ENTRY FORMALITIES If you are not staying for longer than six months, you enter Zimbabwe with a minimum of formalities. All you need is a valid passport, a return ticket to your country (or enough money to buy one), and sufficient funds to cover your stay in Zimbabwe. PASSPORTS AND VISAS All visitors require valid passports. The nationals of the following countries do not need visas: Check directly before travelling. 1. Nationals of Zimbabwe     The general criteria for visitors to Zimbabwe is that all must have acceptable travel documents, possess sufficient funds to support themselves whilst in Zimbabwe, and have the means of returning to their home countries, which in most cases would be a return air ticket or using their own road transport. Actual Immigration is strictly controlled and prospective immigrants are advised to contact the Chief Immigration Officer at the above address for further information and advice. In particular it should be noted that any applications for work or residence in Zimbabwe will not he considered whilst the applicant is physically in the country.     FIRE-ARMS If carried, they must be declared at customs. MOTOR VEHICLES Private motor-vehicles, caravans and trailers may be brought temporarily into Zimbabwe, provided they are licensed in their home countries and bear the appropriate registration plates and a nationality plaque. The International Certificate of Motor-vehicles is recognized in Zimbabwe. Vehicles must be insured against third party risks arising in Zimbabwe: short-term policies are obtainable at the border. Visitors driving hired cars from companies registered registered outside Zimbabwe should check that customers surety have been made. DRIVING IN ZIMBABWE International driving permits and valid driving licences issued in Zambia, Malawi, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland are valid in Zimbabwe. A visitor from any other country may, for 90 days or more (depending on the country of issue), use a valid driving licence issued by the competent authority in that country. If not printed in English, it should have a certificate of authority and validity, or a translation of the text with the bearer's photograph attached. Rules of the road - In Zimbabwe, drive on the left-hand side of the road and give way to traffic approaching on the road to your right at uncontrolled intersections. At controlled intersections, motorists are required to yield precedence to pedestrians crossing on a green light. At all intersections, a fire engine, ambulance or police vehicle sounding a siren takes precedence over all other traffic: move out of its course and remain stationary until it has passed. The general speed-limit in Zimbabwe is 120 km/h on open roads and 60 km/h in urban areas, but watch for the signs. THE WEATHER AND WHAT TO PACK As Zimbabwe is south of the Equator, the seasons are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere with mid-summer at Christmas and winter lasting from May to August. The temperatures given are those for the main centres and it must be realized that it is considerably warmer all year round in low-lying areas such as Kariba, Victoria Falls. Hwange, Gona-re-Zhou and the Zambezi Valley. In winter the days are generally dry and sunny with temperatures averaging 15o - 20o C. Light to medium weight clothing is generally sufficient with a warm coat or woollens to wear outdoors on overcast or windy days. In summer temperatures average 25o - 30o C during the day, with the hottest month being October, when temperatures often exceed 32o C. Light clothing is essential and it is advisable to wear a hat out of doors. During the rainy season (November to March), a cardigan may be needed in the evenings. Dress is casual during the day, but most hotels expect men to don collar, jacket and tie in cocktail bars and restaurants after 18.30, except in the warmer parts of the country. N.B. - When you are packing, remember to bring ample stocks of photographic films if you are bringing your camera. ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES In main centres and main tourist resorts, all run on 220/230 volts. Outlets are of the 3pin, 15 amp type. SHOPPING IN ZIMBABWE In general, shops are open from 08.00 until 17.00 and closed on Saturday afternoons and Sundays, but minor requirements are obtainable over longer hours at certain small shops and cafes. Selected pharmacies have day-and-night service in all the main centres. Sales tax is charged at 15c in the dollar on everything except certain basic commodities. It also applies to meals served in hotels and restaurants. AIRPORT DEPARTURE TAX All visitors will be required to pay a departure tax when leaving the country by air. The revenue stamp can he bought at the Airport or any post office.

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