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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Zimbabwe.
Travelers are advised not to proceed beyond major cities without sufficient cash.
ATM cash withdrawals outside bigger communities or cities may not be available.
Credit cards accepted in large cities. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar or euro.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Money is to be exchanged only at official points such as banks and exchange offices.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Tourists must pay the hotel bill/accommodation in foreign currency.
Other information
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.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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