Tax: up to 21%
Duties: up to 25%
Restricted Items: Refurbished goods
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Lead Time: 5-6 weeks
Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Swahili and English
The cross-border tech trade in Tanzania is a patchwork of practical and administrative obstacles that can complicate your journey. Dual-use goods are particularly stringent in the import/export arena, as is the case for much of the world.
Some challenges affecting tech imports into Tanzania include compliance hurdles such as permits and licenses, customs clearance, import duties, and taxes on various categorized goods. These can all be time-consuming and intensive.
Practical hurdles in the region include infrastructure limitations, corruption, language barriers, and cultural nuances. These hurdles can lead to unpredictable delays and miscommunications.
Additionally, Tanzania is featured in trade agreements and trade programs. For example, Tanzania is a member of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), which has a free trade agreement with several other countries. Participating member of COMESCA include the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Kenya, Libya and Madagascar among others.
Situated in East Africa, Tanzania borders numerous countries. This makes it a land bridge for trade between countries with limited coastline, like Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Indian Ocean.
The cross-border tech trade in Tanzania is a patchwork of practical and administrative obstacles that can complicate your journey. Dual-use goods are particularly stringent in the import/export arena, as is the case for much of the world.
Some challenges affecting tech imports into Tanzania include compliance hurdles such as permits and licenses, customs clearance, import duties, and taxes on various categorized goods. These can all be time-consuming and intensive.
Practical hurdles in the region include infrastructure limitations, corruption, language barriers, and cultural nuances. These hurdles can lead to unpredictable delays and miscommunications.
Additionally, Tanzania is featured in trade agreements and trade programs. For example, Tanzania is a member of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), which has a free trade agreement with several other countries. Participating member of COMESCA include the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Kenya, Libya and Madagascar among others.
Situated in East Africa, Tanzania borders numerous countries. This makes it a land bridge for trade between countries with limited coastline, like Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Indian Ocean.
How TecEx Can Help You Import into Tanzania
Facing the practical and administrative hurdles of trade in Tanzania can be daunting. A strategic partnership can streamline your journey and simplify your life.
TecEx supports your journey with a specialized Importer Of Record (IOR) service. We can handle the entire process for you through our Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution. From pre-compliance and customs clearance all the way to final delivery.
The country is making its mark in the field of IT, positioning itself as a significant player on the African continent. With an estimated GDP growth of 6.3% in 2024, the country is undergoing an ICT digital transformation that promises to drive further economic growth.
The expansion of network coverage, the introduction of high-speed internet services, and the establishment of a National ICT Broadband Backbone have laid a solid foundation for the country’s digital future. The country, located in East Africa, was making efforts to leverage technology and innovation to drive economic development. When it comes to importing and exporting to and out of Tanzania, TecEx is your go-to partner. Our in-depth understanding of Tanzanian customs and regulatory requirements allows us to simplify the customs clearance of your goods at this destination.
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