Botswana CustomsWhether you arrive by road or by air, Botswana customs expect you to declare your imports and exported goods in Botswana although some personal goods are duty free when declared on arrival. These are:
It is however a Customs requirement that any person entering or leaving Botswana should declare Pula and/or foreign currency bank notes in their possession. Risk of typhoid fever exists throughout the region especially if travelling outside cities. Malaria risk exists from November to May/June in the northern part of the country (Boteti, Chobe, Ngamiland, Okavango and Tutume districts/subdistricts), predominantly in the malignant falciparum form. Some of the falciparum-related cases have been reported as chloroquine-resistant; in which case, the recommended prophylaxis in risk areas is mefloquine. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travellers over one year of age travelling from infected areas. Tap water is considered safe to drink, although drinking water outside main cities and towns may be contaminated and sterilisation is advisable. Mineral water is available in most tourist centres. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.
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