Import regulations by Niger customs

Import:

Tobacco:200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 25 cigars or 250 grammes of tobacco
Alcohol:1 bottle

Perfume: 250ml

Toilet water:500ml

Export regulations by Niger customs

Exports:
Prohibited:
firearms and military ammunition>
medicines and chemicals
controlled drugs
plants and animals

Other Niger customs information

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required of all travellers over one year of age arriving from all countries: it is also recommended for all travellers leaving Niger.

Cholera vaccine is not required, but is suggested before entry. Polio and Typhoid fever may also occure.



Malaria risk, predominantly in the malignant falciparum form, exists all year throughout the country. Chloroquine-resistance has been reported.

Food drink: All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilized. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Other risks: Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is present; avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water. Swimming pools which are well chlorinated and maintained are safe. Filariasis, trypanosomiasis and leishmaniasis are also reported; avoid insect bites. Long-staying visitors, particularly backpackers and those living with local people, should consider meningococcal meningitis, diphtheria and hepatitis B vaccinations. Hepatitis A, C and E are widespread.
HIV is a danger and rabies may be present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Health care: The two main hospitals are in Niamey and Zinder. Only the main centers have reasonable medical facilities. Personal medicines should be brought in as these can be difficult or impossible to obtain in Niger. Full health insurance is essential and should include cover for emergency repatriation.

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