Explore Southern Africa by Road

Travelling Southern Africa by road can be a wonderful experience, but to stay safe you should be aware of all the relevant regulations and precautions. Some countries have specific regulations regarding taking your vehicle across the border, and this often involves paperwork that should be planned well in advance. 

 
Cross Border Information   COMESA Insurance   Third Party Insurance
[image] Checklist   [image] COMESA Yellow Card Insurance   [image] Third Party Insurance
Everything you need to know about the stickers and documentation required when crossing various African borders.   A motor vehicle Third Party liability insurance, which is compulsory when travelling through or in various African countries.   Information on a compulsory insurance that must be obtained when travelling in or through Zimbabwe and Mozambique.
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Driving Permit   Carnet de Passage   Vehicle Stickers
[image] Motorist Driving   [image] Carnet de Passage   [image] ZA Sticker on vehicle
Driving in another country? An International Driving Permit is a legal document and highly recommended. All the information that you may need for obtaining one.   A Carnet de Passage en Douane is an essential item that covers temporary admission of motor vehicles into neighbouring countries.   Some countries have specific regulations and required stickers for taking your vehicle across the border.  All the info you need are provided here.
   
 
Travel Insurance Permanent Importation
[image] Travel Insurance [image] Permanent Vehicle Importation
Information on travel insurance aimed at reducing the traveller’s exposure to unforeseen and often unaffordable medical-related expenses. So, you love your car that much that you don't want to do away with it? The 'where, what and how' explained here for permanently importing your vehicle into South Africa.

Before you leave, please remember...

  • The Carnet de Passage is an essential item for motoring tourists as it covers temporary admission of motor vehicles into neighbouring countries
  • Other necessities to remember include an international driving permit (not compulsory, but advisable)
  • Ensure that you're covered against any unforeseen medical expenses by purchasing travel insurance
  • Ensure that your vehicle is suitable for traversing the continent
  • Health issues are also an extremely important and shouldn't be taken lightly, especially when going into malaria zones. Taking the necessary preventative medication before your trip is vital. Contact Netcare travel clinics for more information or visit www.travelclinic.co.za
  • Third Party Insurance is compulsory for all countries in Africa, with the exception of Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland
  • Ensure that your passport, visa and money matters are in order.

Our Travel Experience stores have a wide range of travel accessories and essential items, including relevant ZA stickers for your car, Mozambique trailer signs and documentation for your trip across the border.

Accurate maps and other useful publications are also available. World Wide Fuel prices have been compiled and supplied by the FIA.