Travel advice for Zimbabwe.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Zimbabwe.

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    Local currency / ISO Code

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    Security

    • Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.

    • It is not advised to travel to rural areas without a person who knows the place.

    • Observe elementary safety precautions.

    • Walking the streets after nightfall is not advised.

    • Relatively high crime rate, especially in the cities.

    • Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.

    • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

    • Avoid nighttime driving.

    Special legal regulations

    Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.

    Time difference with Switzerland

    + 1 h; +/- 0 h during our summer time

    National language

    Official language

    English

    Capital

    Harare

    Country code for calling Switzerland

    110 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

    Voltage

    220/240 volt / adapter required

    Travel documents for Swiss citizens

    Passport still valid 6 months or more with visa (issued upon arrival), return or onward travel ticket as well as proof of sufficient funds.

    Swiss Embassy / Consulate

    Harare, Lanark Road 9, Belgravia
    Tel. +263 4 703 997 / +263 4 703 998 / +263 4 703 827

    Opening hours

    Banks

    8.00 - 15.00 h (Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri)
    8.00 - 13.00 h (Wed)
    8.00 - 11.00 h (Sat)

    Stores

    8.00 - 17.00 h (Mon - Fri)
    8.00 - 12.00/13.00 h (Sat)

    Driving
    • Left-hand driving.

    • International driver's license required.

    • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).

    • Blood alcohol limit: 0.8 ‰.

    Health situation
    • Do not drink tap water.

    • Mosquito protection advised.

    • Year-round risk of malaria in areas below 1200 m, especially in the Zambesi valley and at the Victoria falls.

    • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

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    While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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