ENTERING THE REPUBLIC: CUSTOMS DO'S AND DON'TS

CUSTOMS DO'S

• Select the green channel if you are sure that the goods in your possession fall within the duty free allowance, no goods are in your possession for commercial/trading purposes and no prohibited or restricted goods.
• Never carry bags through customs for someone else.
• MOTORISTS. If you are entering the Republic by vehicle, make sure that everyone travelling with you are aware of the customs declaration procedures applicable.
• REGISTER VALUABLES. Ensure that certain identifiable items such as jewellery, cameras, watches, etc., are registered at customs for re-importation.

CUSTOMS DON'TS

• DON'T try to conceal any goods or mislead a customs officer. Anything, which is not correctly declared, may be detained or seized.
• Prohibited goods are not allowed under any circumstances whereas restricted goods may be imported under cover of a permit or certificate.
• CURRENCY CONTROL. S.A. Bank notes in excess of R5000,00 will not be allowed unless you are in possession of the necessary permit obtainable from the SA Reserve Bank.
  

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN MAKING BAGGAGE DECLARATIONS
When making baggage declarations, whether verbal or written, you must ensure that you declare ALL goods in your possession as well as their correct values.

Failure to declare goods, the under declaration of values or the production of false receipts can lead to seizure of your goods and can result in criminal prosecution or the imposition of severe penalties of up to three times the value of the goods.