Zimbabwe
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The youZimbabwe travelElectoral Commission announced the results of Zimbabwe’s general election on 26 August. For more information see Political situation
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Availability of fuel can be unreliable. Payment is usually made in cash; most filling stations do not accept international cards. See Road travel
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Dual British-Zimbabwean nationals who travel to Zimbabwe must have a valid travel document to re-enter the United Kingdom. It’s not possible to re-enter the UK using a Zimbabwean passport or a Zimbabwe Temporary Travel insurancedocument without a visa or entry clearance endorsed. See Dual nationals
IfThe youUK chooseAir toSafety travel,List research(ASL) yourlists destinationsall known airlines in Zimbabwe that do not meet international safety standards and getare appropriatebanned travelfrom insuranceoperating commercial air services to, from, and within the UK. Check the UK Air Safety List when considering which airlines to fly with. The list is maintained by the Department for Transport, based on advice from the UK Civil Aviation Authority. InsuranceBritish shouldgovernment coveremployees yourtravelling itinerary,to plannedand activitieswithin andZimbabwe expenseshave been advised to use carriers that are not on the UK ASL. See Air travel
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in anZimbabwe, emergency.attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.