Botswana Customs Information at a Glance
Summary:Although Botswana is a landlocked country with no seaports, its entry and exit ports, airports, etc. have customs departments responsible for supervising and inspecting goods, vehicles and personnel entering and leaving Botswana.
Functions of Botswana Customs
The main functions of Botswana Customs include:
Supervising import and export trade: responsible for supervising import and
export goods, collecting tariffs, and preventing smuggling and illegal items from entering the
country.
Protecting national security: responsible for preventing illegal items,
weapons, drugs, etc. from entering Botswana and maintaining national security.
Protecting the environment: responsible for quarantine of imported and exported
animals, plants, food, etc., to prevent the invasion of alien species and harmful substances.
Collecting tariffs: responsible for collecting tariffs and contributing to national fiscal revenue.
Notes
The regulations of Botswana Customs may be updated at any time. It is recommended that you
confirm the latest regulations with the customs department or freight forwarding company before
going through the relevant procedures.
The contact information of the customs department at different ports may be different. You need
to inquire according to your specific situation.
Botswana Customs has relatively strict supervision over imported goods, especially those involving animals, plants, food, medicines, etc., which require the provision of corresponding certificates and licenses.
