How to Ship to Tanzania from the US
Tanzania is an East African destination served primarily through Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, with secondary service to Kilimanjaro International (for northern Tanzania and safari tourism areas). DHL has the strongest network in Tanzania; FedEx and UPS also serve major urban centers. USPS mail is handled by Tanzania Posts Corporation (TPC).
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) charges customs duties plus VAT (18%) on imports. Duty rates vary by HS code — consumer goods typically face 10–25% duty. Tanzania's East African Community (EAC) membership means some regional tariff schedules apply. There is no meaningful de minimis exemption for inbound shipments from outside the EAC.
Typical 1 lb cost
$60–$90 USD
Typical transit
6–25 business days
Carrier Options to Tanzania
DHL Express Worldwide
Best for Tanzania. 4-6 business days to Dar es Salaam. Strongest East Africa network.
FedEx International Priority
5-7 business days. Good for business and high-value shipments.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
5-7 business days. Urban coverage in Dar es Salaam and Arusha.
USPS Priority Mail International
3–6 weeks via TPC (Tanzania Posts Corporation). Budget option; slow and variable reliability.
Customs Forms Required
CN22 for items under $400. CN23 + commercial invoice for higher-value shipments.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Firearms and weapons without TRA authorization
- ✕Narcotic drugs and illegal substances
- ✕Pornographic material
- ✕Counterfeit goods
- ✕Single-use plastic bags (banned in Tanzania since 2019)
Tanzania-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 Tanzania banned single-use plastic bags — avoid packaging with thin plastic carry bags that could be flagged
- 💡 VAT (18%) plus duties (10–25%) means total import taxes can be significant
- 💡 DHL is by far the most reliable carrier for Tanzania, especially for Zanzibar and northern Tanzania
- 💡 Dar es Salaam addresses: include ward (mtaa), district, and phone number
- 💡 Wildlife and safari tourism goods: Tanzania has strict CITES enforcement — do not ship wildlife products
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