Hello
I have read somewhere that it can be a problem at some border crossings in Africa with tools, electronics, etc.
Have anyone got first hand experience with this?
Is it necessary/helpfull to make list of inventory to give out at bordercrossings? Or is it only very few places where it is a problem?
Looking foreward to hearing from you!
Best regards Peter
Inventory lists, necessary for African customs?
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Re: Inventory lists, necessary for African customs?
Peter,
Africa consists of 54 countries and some of them develop (or the opposite) quite fast.
Lonely Planet says:
"Africa: Customs Regulations
-At some borders you may have your bag searched, but serious searches are rare.
-Anything made from an endangered animal is likely to land you in trouble. You'll also need a permit from the Ministry of Antiquities or a similar office in the relevant country if you are exporting valuable cultural artefacts (no, not that 'ebony' hippo carving you bought on the beach with the shoe polish that comes off on your hands). It usually applies to artefacts that are more than 100 years old.
-Some countries limit the local currency you can take in or out, although a small amount (say, US$20 worth) is unlikely to be a problem. You can carry CFA francs between countries in the CFA zones.
-A few countries have restrictive exchange regulations, and occasionally you may need to fill in a declaration form with details of your dollars or other 'hard' currencies."
Safest way to find out is to contact (or check the websites of) each embassy of every african country you plan to visit.
The German Auswärtiges Amt provides information to each country of the world regarding safety alerts and customs and visa regulations.
Cheers,
Tom
Africa consists of 54 countries and some of them develop (or the opposite) quite fast.
Lonely Planet says:
"Africa: Customs Regulations
-At some borders you may have your bag searched, but serious searches are rare.
-Anything made from an endangered animal is likely to land you in trouble. You'll also need a permit from the Ministry of Antiquities or a similar office in the relevant country if you are exporting valuable cultural artefacts (no, not that 'ebony' hippo carving you bought on the beach with the shoe polish that comes off on your hands). It usually applies to artefacts that are more than 100 years old.
-Some countries limit the local currency you can take in or out, although a small amount (say, US$20 worth) is unlikely to be a problem. You can carry CFA francs between countries in the CFA zones.
-A few countries have restrictive exchange regulations, and occasionally you may need to fill in a declaration form with details of your dollars or other 'hard' currencies."
Safest way to find out is to contact (or check the websites of) each embassy of every african country you plan to visit.
The German Auswärtiges Amt provides information to each country of the world regarding safety alerts and customs and visa regulations.
Cheers,
Tom