Kazungula Road Border Post (ZIM/BOTS) 06h00-20h00

Located some 70 km east of Victoria Falls, Kazungula Road Border Post links Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe with Kasane in Botswana. The KAZA Univisa is available here for US$50 cash (there are no ATMs) but note that this visa is valid only for entry in the Vic Falls area. At any other border post you need to pay again.

General Border Crossing Tips
• Zimbabwe border posts are more document-intensive than other southern African countries.
• Procedures and interpretations of rules can vary by border post and official.
• Border post hours may not be strictly followed—especially at remote ones.
• Always keep official documents organized and separated from copies.
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Required Documents
For Vehicle Travel:
• Valid passport (6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages)
• Visa (if required)
• International Driving Permit (if license is not in English)
• Vehicle registration papers (original or certified copy)
• Authorization letter (if not vehicle owner or vehicle is financed)
• Vehicle insurance
• Yellow fever certificate (if applicable)
At the Border:
• Present ID and documents
• Collect:
o Stamped passport
o Third-party insurance
o Carbon tax receipt
o Road access fee receipt
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Online Pre-Registration (E-TIP)
• Required before arrival: register vehicle details via ZIMRA
o Access via app or https://ecustoms.zimra.co.zw/etip/
• Generates a Temporary Import Permit (TIP)
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Border Fees (Zimbabwe)
Fee Type Amount (USD)
Third Party Insurance $30
Carbon Tax $10
Road Access Fund $10
Visa $30
Beitbridge Vehicle Entry $27 ($40 with trailer)
Beitbridge Toll (ZINARA) $9
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Vehicle Requirements
• Reflective tape (white front, red rear)
• Warning triangles (2, metal base)
• Fire extinguisher
• ZA sticker
• Safety vests (recommended)
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Prohibited/Restricted Goods
• Illegal: porn, flick knives, counterfeit currency, certain cosmetics
• Restricted (require permit): wildlife products, firearms, currency, agricultural goods
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Customs & Duty-Free Allowances
• 5L alcohol (max 2L spirits)
• Up to US$200 in personal goods
• Can bring in unlimited foreign currency (must declare if over $2,000)
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Border Posts Overview
Botswana:
• Major posts: Kazungula, Pandamatenga, Plumtree
• Fees in BWP (Pula): insurance, road fund, transport permit
• Some crossings involve dry riverbeds—seasonal access
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Visas
• No visa needed (Category A): Citizens of countries like South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, etc.
• Visa on arrival (Category B): Many countries
• Visa before arrival (Category C): Must apply in advance at evisa.gov.zw
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KAZA Univisa
• $50 for multiple entries into Zimbabwe and Zambia (30-day limit)
• Valid only for Vic Falls/Kazungula region
• Processing fees apply online ($100.99–$209.99)

For more comprehensive information on Zimbabwe Border posts, please consult the Tracks4Africa Self-Drive Guide book on Zimbabwe.

06:00-20:00 (GMT+2) Time Guideline.

NEARBY AMENITIES:
Petrol Station: A petrol station is conveniently located close to the border post.

VEHICLE-RELATED INFORMATION:
Carbon Tax Fee: The quoted carbon tax fee applies to passenger vehicles and is variable based on the vehicle's capacity and type.

Insurance: Insurance requirements and costs also depend on the vehicle type and size.

Temporary Import Permit (TIP): The Temporary Import Permit (TIP) is free of charge.

South African Car Insurance: South African car insurance is not accepted unless it has been purchased through the AA. (2014)

“2024/05: complete border crossing in 15 min! friendly and serious! be sure to fill out the form BEFOREhand and count the USD exactly!!!!” - erwin pfaffenbichler, 2024/07/02

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