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	{{metadata_country}} [[Category:Country]] {{pricecontrol_country}}		{{metadata_country}} [[Category:Country]] {{pricecontrol_country}}
	=Visiting {{PAGENAME}}=		=Visiting {{PAGENAME}}=
−	''Give a brief overview of what it's like to visit. How easy is the border, how safe is the country, are there great things to see and do, etc.''	+	Zimbabwe is a stunning country with extremely friendly and positive locals. Despite years of dysfunctional government, the people of Zimbabwe are resilient and happy.
−	=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike=	+	'''NOTE:''' ATMS in Zimbabwe don't work - bring in all the cash you will need - large USD bills fetch the highest exchange rate on the black market.
−	'''Correct as of: <span style="color:red">(date last confirmed correct)</span>'''	+
−	==Required Paperwork==	+	=Entering Zimbabwe with a Car or Motorbike=
−	''List the paperwork required to enter with a vehicle, including number of copies''	+	'''Correct as of:  <span style="color:red">March 2019 </span>'''
−	==Process at border==	+	==Travel Visa for {{PAGENAME}}==
−	<!-- Do not alter the following line. Include it as is. -->	+	Virtually all nationalities can get the visa on arrival at any border crossing. Paying in USD cash is best. For the vast majority of foreigners the visa costs $30USD, but Canadian and British must pay $75 USD.
		+
		+	==Required Paperwork==
	{{visa_country}}		{{visa_country}}
−	''Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle''	+	* Passport of registered owner.
		+	* [[Drivers license]] of registered owner.
		+	* Original [[vehicle registration]] (known locally as a log book).
		+	* (OPTIONAL) [[Carnet de Passage]]
		+	(no copies are required)
		+
		+	==Process at border==
		+	* Proceed to immigration, purchase a visa if needed.
		+	* Proceed to Customs to obtain Temporary Import Permit, known as TIP, or get Carnet stamped.
		+	* Get a gate pass and use it to exit the border area.
	==Cost of entry==		==Cost of entry==
−	''State the cost for a vehicle to enter''	+	* Mandatory <price cost="20" currency="USD"/> one month carbon tax
		+	* Mandatory third party insurance can be purchased at the border for <price cost="30" currency="USD" /> for one month - '''NOT''' required if you have valid [[COMESA]]
		+	* <price cost="10" currency="USD" /> Entry fee for the Temporary Import Permit.
	==Permitted length of stay==		==Permitted length of stay==
−	''State the permitted length of entry for the vehicle''	+	Normally 30 days
	==Extension of stay==		==Extension of stay==
−	''Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.''	+	You visa can be extended for a month in Harare for free. You can do this twice for a total of 90 days for free, then there is a small fee to say 6 months, then a bigger fee to stay one year.
		+
		+	The vehicle paperwork can be extended in 30-day increments at any Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) office easily. With carbon tax and more insurance it costs <price cost="40" currency="USD" /> for each one month extension.
	==Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country==		==Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country==
−	''Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.'' <br />	+	Vehicle cannot be stored without express permission and paperwork issued by Zimra, Owner/driver cannot leave country while vehicle is in storage without Zimra's authority, though in reality if you leave and come back before the TIP has expired they probably won't know the difference.
−	''Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.''	+
	==Exiting with a vehicle==		==Exiting with a vehicle==
−	''Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.''	+	* Get yourself stamped out at Immigration.
		+	* Get your [[Carnet de Passage]] stamped out if you have one, or cancel your temporary import permit.
−	=Driving in {{PAGENAME}}=	+	All should be free, do not pay for this.
−	==Insurance requirements==	+
−	[[COMESA]] or “Yellow card” insurance is required.	+
−	==Cost of insurance==	+	=Driving in {{PAGENAME}}=
−	See the prices listed on the [[COMESA|COMESA Insurance]] page.	+	==Recommended books for Overlanding in {{PAGENAME}}==
		+	{{guide_books_country}}
−	==Where to purchase insurance==	+	==Travel insurance for Zimbabwe==
−	''Describe where insurance can be purchased.''	+	{{Travel insurance country}}
		+
		+	==Vehicle insurance requirements==
		+	Compulsory 3rd party insurance is sold for between <price cost="30" currency="USD" /> and <price cost="45" currency="USD" /> for 30 days at all borders. <br/>
		+	Zimbabwe accepts [[COMESA]] Insurance, so if you have that you don't need to buy more insurance.
		+
		+	==Cost of vehicle insurance==
		+	See the prices listed on the [[COMESA|COMESA Insurance]] page for more detail than above.
		+
		+	==Where to purchase vehicle insurance==
		+	3rd party insurance is sold at all borders and is compulsory. Additional insurance can be purchased in most large towns if you want, but it's not needed. Get your [[COMESA]] before {{PAGINATE}}, it's cheaper elsewhere.
	==Driving license==		==Driving license==
−	''State the kind of driving licenses required. i.e. International Driving Permit.''	+	Anything from your home country will be accepted, probably.
	==Driving side of road==		==Driving side of road==
	Left.<br />		Left.<br />
−	Unknown if LHD vehicles can be driven in {{PAGENAME}}.	+	Prior to 2010, Left hand-drive vehicles were allowed to be driven in Zimbabwe. A Left Hand Drive or LHD sticker was required be displayed on the rear of the vehicle in reflective red. as of 2011, Left hand drive vehicles are illegal in Zimbabwe.
	==Mandatory items in vehicle==		==Mandatory items in vehicle==
−	''State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle.	+	* Safety triangles x 2, fire extinguisher, Temporary Import Permit (TIP), drivers' license, vehicle registration, passport.
−	(i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)''	+	* ALL vehicles must display red ''beehive'' reflectors 3cm x 3cm on the rear of the vehicle on each corner and white beehive reflectors of the same dimension on the front corners.
		+	* It is illegal to have spot lights higher than the level of headlights.
		+	* A trailer must display a reflective T on the rear.
		+
		+	Make sure you have these stickers correct, if you do not it's a sure-fire bribery attempt or ticket.
		+
	==Roads==		==Roads==
		+
	===General Road quality===		===General Road quality===
−	''Give a brief description of the general road quality. Mention if one way streets are common.''	+	Mostly poor, broken pavement except the Plumtree to Mutare highway. Driving is erratic and animals are commonly on the highway. Driving at night is risky, but if you must, sit behind a big Freightliner rig and let him clear the way.
	===Road signs===		===Road signs===
−	''Briefly describe the overall quality & existence of road signs for directions and hazards.''	+	Road signs are mainly adequate, though some are faded.
	===Toll roads===		===Toll roads===
−	''List the frequency and approximate price of toll roads.''	+	Tolls are found on main highways and cost <price cost="2" currency="USD" />
	==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}==		==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}==
−	''Briefly describe how common bribery is and whether it should be expected, and the best way to deal with it.''	+	It's common, but don't be scammed. Instead insist on going to a police station, even if it means a delay. Don't pay on the side of the road if you can at all help it, and make absolutely certain you get a written ticket or receipt if you must pay on the side of the road.. All police wear uniforms and police do not travel in unmarked cars.
	==Checkpoints==		==Checkpoints==
−	''describe the frequency of checkpoints (police or military and what to expect.''	+	Checkpoints, known as road blocks, are quite common but much less corrupt than in previous years. Be polite and they'll be polite. If they're not polite, ask for a senior officer. Don't pay money, and absolutely don't pay unless you are given a receipt.
	==Traveling with pets==		==Traveling with pets==
−	''List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.''	+	Pets require government documents from the veterinary country you exited before entering Zimbabwe.
−	=Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}=	+	=Gas price in Zimbabwe and Diesel price in Zimbabwe=
−	'''Last updated: <span style="color:red">(last updated date)</span>'''<br />	+	Last updated: <span style="color:red">March 2019</span><br />
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	{{pricecontrols_unit_country}}		{{pricecontrols_unit_country}}
−	''Modify the table below as required.''	+
	{| class="wikitable" border="1"		{| class="wikitable" border="1"
	|-		|-
	! Gasoline Grade		! Gasoline Grade
	! Price		! Price
−	|-
−	| Regular (87)
−	| <price cost="0.00" currency="USD" unit="galUS" />
−	|-
−	| Super (88)
−	| <price cost="0.00" currency="USD" unit="galUS" />
−	|-
−	| Premium (90)
−	| <price cost="0.00" currency="USD" unit="galUS" />
	|-		|-
	| Ultra (95)		| Ultra (95)
−	| <price cost="0.00" currency="USD" unit="galUS" />	+	| With USD Cash <price cost="1.50" currency="USD" unit="liter" />
	|-		|-
	| Diesel		| Diesel
−	| <price cost="0.00" currency="USD" unit="galUS" />	+	| With USD Cash <price cost="1.40" currency="USD" unit="liter" />
	|-		|-
	|}		|}
−	''Link to external websites with price & quality information, if available.''
	==Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency==		==Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency==
−	''Briefly describe if gas shortages are known to occur.'' <br/>	+	There are frequent shortages, enter the country with absolutely everything you can carry, and expect it to be hard to find and expensive <br/>
−	''Also state the approximate average distance between gas stations. This is a very rough estimate.''	+	When available, stations are usually about 100km apart.
	==Gas and Diesel Quality==		==Gas and Diesel Quality==
−	''Discuss if gasoline / diesel considered "clean" or "dirty", and generally high or low quality.''<br />	+	Fuel from genuine fuel stations is generally fine. Diesel is mainly 50 ppm.
−	''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.''	+
	=Safety and Security Considerations=		=Safety and Security Considerations=
	==Driving at night==		==Driving at night==
−	''Discuss driving at night and if it should it be avoided. Mention why.''	+	Best not to drive at night. Street lighting in cities is poor to non-existent. In the country, pedestrians, wildlife and domestic animals clutter highways. Drunk driving is also common. If you must drive long distances at night, follow a large Freightliner truck and let him clear the road.
	==Vehicle parking==		==Vehicle parking==
−	''Discuss if vehicles can be parked on the street, if they are considered "safe" at night.''	+	Parking at night in the city runs the risk of robbery, but is reasonably safe for a short period of time. There are municipal car parks, but they're no safer at night.
−	''If vehicles can not be parked on the street, list the other options that exist.''	+	Parking in the city even during the day requires a small payment to uniformed officials who issue tickets.
	==Special driving considerations==		==Special driving considerations==
−	''A List of special things to be careful of (i.e. Unsigned speed bumps, abnormal road rules, people or animals on the road, etc.).'' <br/>	+	Wildlife, domestic animals and pedestrians must be watched for constantly - as well as reckless and drunk drivers, day or night. <br/>
−	''List any roads that are not recommended to drive for safety or other security reasons.''	+	There are no areas unsafe due to security considerations, but be aware of scammers - by far the most common type of criminal. Don't drive with windows open in crowded parts of the city and be aware of smash-and-grab merchants. They're not common, but it does happen.
	==Security advisories and information==		==Security advisories and information==
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	=Camping in {{PAGENAME}}=		=Camping in {{PAGENAME}}=
−	''Describe if organized "pay" camping is common. List the facilities commonly found at these campsites.''<br />	+	There are a few official campgrounds throughout the country, and plenty of wild camping is possible, especially in the Eastern Highlands. Wild camping is generally considered safe - but ask permission if there are people around or if you feel like you are on someone's property. Paid camping usually costs around <price cost="10" currency="USD" /> per person, per night.
−	''List the approximate average price range of camping in organized campgrounds.'' <br />	+
−	''Also discuss the possibility of "wild" or "roadside" camping. How common is it? Is it considered safe, or a bad idea.''	+
	==Camping guide books==		==Camping guide books==
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	==Drinking water==		==Drinking water==
−	''Describe if the regular tap water is safe to drink.''	+	It's not recommended to drink tap water - filter it or buy bottles.
−	''If not, describe where safe water can be purchased and the approximate average price range.''	+
	=Navigation=		=Navigation=
	==Paper maps==		==Paper maps==
−	Reise Know-How are amoung the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in {{PAGENAME}}	+	Reise Know-How are among the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in {{PAGENAME}}
	{{paper_maps_country}}		{{paper_maps_country}}
−	''Description of the best paper maps and where to purchase them.''
	==GPS Maps of {{PAGENAME}}==		==GPS Maps of {{PAGENAME}}==
−	''Review different GPS companies, quality and coverage (Tomtom, Garmin, OSM, Tracks4Africa).''	+	Tracks4Africa are the undisputed best GPS maps for Africa.<br/>
−	''(with links to each).''	+	Tracks4Africa is an SD Card for Garmin GPS, and contain Routable turn-by-turn maps with 809,000 kms of roads and over 129,000 points of interest.
		+	<al imageurl=http://www.tracks4africa.ch/images/stories/virtuemart/product/resized/t4a_1405_sd_200x200.jpg nolocalize=true>0986987662</al>
	==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}==		==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}==
−	''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.''	+	* [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.
	=Special Overland Travel interests=		=Special Overland Travel interests=
−	''List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders''	+	* Mana Pools National Park in the North West
−		+	* Victoria Falls
−	==Travel Guide Books==	+
−	<!-- Do not alter the following line. Include it as is. -->	+
−	{{guide_books_country}}	+
−		+
	=Vehicle Maintenance=		=Vehicle Maintenance=

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Visiting Zimbabwe[edit]

Zimbabwe is a stunning country with extremely friendly and positive locals. Despite years of dysfunctional government, the people of Zimbabwe are resilient and happy.

NOTE: ATMS in Zimbabwe don't work - bring in all the cash you will need - large USD bills fetch the highest exchange rate on the black market.

Entering Zimbabwe with a Car or Motorbike[edit]

Correct as of: March 2019

Travel Visa for Zimbabwe[edit]

Virtually all nationalities can get the visa on arrival at any border crossing. Paying in USD cash is best. For the vast majority of foreigners the visa costs $30USD, but Canadian and British must pay $75 USD.

Required Paperwork[edit]

(To check if you need a travel Visa for Zimbabwe, application instructions and fees see: Zimbabwe Visa online application at VisaHQ.com)

• Passport of registered owner.
• Drivers license of registered owner.
• Original vehicle registration (known locally as a log book).
• (OPTIONAL) Carnet de Passage

(no copies are required)

Process at border[edit]

• Proceed to immigration, purchase a visa if needed.
• Proceed to Customs to obtain Temporary Import Permit, known as TIP, or get Carnet stamped.
• Get a gate pass and use it to exit the border area.

Cost of entry[edit]

• Mandatory $20.00 USD one month carbon tax
• Mandatory third party insurance can be purchased at the border for $30.00 USD for one month - NOT required if you have valid COMESA
• $10.00 USD Entry fee for the Temporary Import Permit.

Permitted length of stay[edit]

Normally 30 days

Extension of stay[edit]

You visa can be extended for a month in Harare for free. You can do this twice for a total of 90 days for free, then there is a small fee to say 6 months, then a bigger fee to stay one year.

The vehicle paperwork can be extended in 30-day increments at any Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) office easily. With carbon tax and more insurance it costs $40.00 USD for each one month extension.

Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country[edit]

Vehicle cannot be stored without express permission and paperwork issued by Zimra, Owner/driver cannot leave country while vehicle is in storage without Zimra's authority, though in reality if you leave and come back before the TIP has expired they probably won't know the difference.

Exiting with a vehicle[edit]

• Get yourself stamped out at Immigration.
• Get your Carnet de Passage stamped out if you have one, or cancel your temporary import permit.

All should be free, do not pay for this.

Driving in Zimbabwe[edit]

Recommended books for Overlanding in Zimbabwe[edit]

Travel insurance for Zimbabwe[edit]

World Nomads offer the most flexible Travel Insurance at the best prices for multi-country / multi-year trips. You can buy, extend and claim online, even after you've left home.

Vehicle insurance requirements[edit]

Compulsory 3rd party insurance is sold for between $30.00 USD and $45.00 USD for 30 days at all borders.
Zimbabwe accepts COMESA Insurance, so if you have that you don't need to buy more insurance.

Cost of vehicle insurance[edit]

See the prices listed on the COMESA Insurance page for more detail than above.

Where to purchase vehicle insurance[edit]

3rd party insurance is sold at all borders and is compulsory. Additional insurance can be purchased in most large towns if you want, but it's not needed. Get your COMESA before Template:PAGINATE, it's cheaper elsewhere.

Driving license[edit]

Anything from your home country will be accepted, probably.

Driving side of road[edit]

Left.
Prior to 2010, Left hand-drive vehicles were allowed to be driven in Zimbabwe. A Left Hand Drive or LHD sticker was required be displayed on the rear of the vehicle in reflective red. as of 2011, Left hand drive vehicles are illegal in Zimbabwe.

Mandatory items in vehicle[edit]

• Safety triangles x 2, fire extinguisher, Temporary Import Permit (TIP), drivers' license, vehicle registration, passport.
• ALL vehicles must display red beehive reflectors 3cm x 3cm on the rear of the vehicle on each corner and white beehive reflectors of the same dimension on the front corners.
• It is illegal to have spot lights higher than the level of headlights.
• A trailer must display a reflective T on the rear.

Make sure you have these stickers correct, if you do not it's a sure-fire bribery attempt or ticket.

Roads[edit]

General Road quality[edit]

Mostly poor, broken pavement except the Plumtree to Mutare highway. Driving is erratic and animals are commonly on the highway. Driving at night is risky, but if you must, sit behind a big Freightliner rig and let him clear the way.

Road signs[edit]

Road signs are mainly adequate, though some are faded.

Toll roads[edit]

Tolls are found on main highways and cost $2.00 USD

Bribery in Zimbabwe[edit]

It's common, but don't be scammed. Instead insist on going to a police station, even if it means a delay. Don't pay on the side of the road if you can at all help it, and make absolutely certain you get a written ticket or receipt if you must pay on the side of the road.. All police wear uniforms and police do not travel in unmarked cars.

Checkpoints[edit]

Checkpoints, known as road blocks, are quite common but much less corrupt than in previous years. Be polite and they'll be polite. If they're not polite, ask for a senior officer. Don't pay money, and absolutely don't pay unless you are given a receipt.

Traveling with pets[edit]

Pets require government documents from the veterinary country you exited before entering Zimbabwe.

Gas price in Zimbabwe and Diesel price in Zimbabwe[edit]

Last updated: March 2019

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Gasoline Grade	Price
Ultra (95)	With USD Cash $1.50 USD per Liter
Diesel	With USD Cash $1.40 USD per Liter

Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency[edit]

There are frequent shortages, enter the country with absolutely everything you can carry, and expect it to be hard to find and expensive
When available, stations are usually about 100km apart.

Gas and Diesel Quality[edit]

Fuel from genuine fuel stations is generally fine. Diesel is mainly 50 ppm.

Safety and Security Considerations[edit]

Driving at night[edit]

Best not to drive at night. Street lighting in cities is poor to non-existent. In the country, pedestrians, wildlife and domestic animals clutter highways. Drunk driving is also common. If you must drive long distances at night, follow a large Freightliner truck and let him clear the road.

Vehicle parking[edit]

Parking at night in the city runs the risk of robbery, but is reasonably safe for a short period of time. There are municipal car parks, but they're no safer at night. Parking in the city even during the day requires a small payment to uniformed officials who issue tickets.

Special driving considerations[edit]

Wildlife, domestic animals and pedestrians must be watched for constantly - as well as reckless and drunk drivers, day or night.
There are no areas unsafe due to security considerations, but be aware of scammers - by far the most common type of criminal. Don't drive with windows open in crowded parts of the city and be aware of smash-and-grab merchants. They're not common, but it does happen.

Security advisories and information[edit]

• Country Specific Information - U.S. Department of State
• Travel Reports and Warnings - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
• Travel advice by country - Foreign and Commonwealth office (U.K.)
• Travel Advice for Zimbabwe - Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Camping in Zimbabwe[edit]

There are a few official campgrounds throughout the country, and plenty of wild camping is possible, especially in the Eastern Highlands. Wild camping is generally considered safe - but ask permission if there are people around or if you feel like you are on someone's property. Paid camping usually costs around $10.00 USD per person, per night.

Camping guide books[edit]

List and link to books specifically for camping.

Drinking water[edit]

It's not recommended to drink tap water - filter it or buy bottles.

Navigation[edit]

Paper maps[edit]

Reise Know-How are among the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in Zimbabwe

GPS Maps of Zimbabwe[edit]

Tracks4Africa are the undisputed best GPS maps for Africa.
Tracks4Africa is an SD Card for Garmin GPS, and contain Routable turn-by-turn maps with 809,000 kms of roads and over 129,000 points of interest.

GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in Zimbabwe[edit]

• iOverlander is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.

Special Overland Travel interests[edit]

• Mana Pools National Park in the North West
• Victoria Falls

Vehicle Maintenance[edit]

Dealers[edit]

4x4s / Trucks

• Toyota Global Dealer Locator
• Land Rover International Dealer Locator
• Mercedes Benz International (select country on bottom right)
• Jeep International site locator

Motorbikes

• BMW Motorrad International Dealer Locator
• KTM Dealer Search

Local Garages[edit]

Add known good mechanics here.

Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Zimbabwe[edit]

Buy
Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle. List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.

Sell
Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'

References[edit]

Links to the source of any information - blogs or discussion forums, etc.

Helpful External links[edit]

Add any helpful external links here.

• Zimbabwe: Visa and Passport requirements | World Travel Guide
• Health Information for Travelers to Zimbabwe - Center for Disease Control and Prevention
• Zimbabwe travel guides at wikivoyage
• Zimbabwe - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia