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Imports & Customs — Tanzania
What travelers need to know about imports & customs in Tanzania. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Driving in the U.S. too?The free LawLert iPhone app alerts you when you cross into a U.S. state where a law you track differs. It doesn't cover other countries yet.Get the free appImports & Customs in Tanzania: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.
PROHIBITED
It is illegal to import or export any animal or animal part without export certification from the Tanzanian government.
Criminal prosecution; covers ivory and wildlife trophies.
§ US State Dept — TanzaniaVerified Jul 29, 2026
PROHIBITED
Single-use plastic bags are banned in Tanzania, including in your luggage — if you arrive by air you will be asked to hand them over on arrival.
Heavy fines and imprisonment for up to 7 days.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — TanzaniaVerified Jul 29, 2026
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