Quick Answer
Cheapest option
EMS
$35.62/kg
3-7 days
Fastest option
EMS
3-7 days
$35.62/kg
Duty-free under
$0
VAT / Sales Tax: 18%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$26.72
EMS
3-7 d
Clothing 2kg
$51.67
EMS
Box 5kg
$89.08
EMS
Heavy 10kg
$149.64
EMS
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EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$35.62
Rates are estimates based on published tariffs. Actual rates may vary depending on account type, surcharges, fuel adjustments, and package dimensions. Contact carriers directly for exact quotes.
Estimated arrival
May 15 — 21, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
| Carrier | Included | Premium | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express | Yes ($100) | 2.5% | Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000 |
| FedEx | Yes ($100) | 2.8% | Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package |
| UPS | Yes ($100) | 2.7% | Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000 |
| EMS | Yes ($50) | — | Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option |
| USPS | Yes ($5) | 3% | Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000 |
| Royal Mail | Yes ($50) | 2.5% | Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international |
| Aramex | No | 3% | Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss |
| SF Express | Yes ($30) | 2% | Basic coverage included for declared value |
| DPD | Yes ($520) | — | Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option |
| Japan Post | Yes ($200) | — | Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR |
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSEMS Express | $35.26 | $35.62 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 85 | 0-25% (EAC CET: phones 0%, TVs 25%) |
| Clothing | 61-62 | 25% (EAC CET Category 3) |
| Footwear | 64 | 25% |
| Food products | 01-24 | 0-25% (rice 25%, wheat 0%, sugar 25%) |
| Machinery | 84 | 0-10% (capital goods 0%) |
| Cosmetics | 33 | 25% |
| Books | 49 | 0% |
| Toys | 95 | 10-25% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) manages customs. EAC Common External Tariff applies with 3 main bands: 0% (raw materials/capital goods), 10% (intermediate goods), 25% (finished goods). TANCIS electronic system for declarations. Dar es Salaam port is the primary entry point and a major East African hub. Customs broker mandatory. English and Swahili documentation accepted.
Dar es Salaam port is a major East African hub, also serves landlocked Rwanda, Burundi, DRC, Zambia. EAC CET with 3 bands (0/10/25%) provides clear structure. Port congestion can cause delays. TRA customs improving with TANCIS electronic system. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx) operate reliably. Postal service 2-4 weeks. Used clothing imports banned to protect local textile industry. Zanzibar has partially separate customs regime.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: EAC certificate for regional preferential trade. Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) issues certificates. SADC certificates also applicable. EU-EAC EPA provides preferential access for EU goods. Import licenses: Import license required for commercial goods. Restricted: used clothing (banned since 2016), firearms, certain chemicals. TBS (Tanzania Bureau of Standards) conformity certificate required for regulated products. TFDA approval for pharmaceuticals and food. Pre-shipment verification of conformity (PVoC) mandatory.
Limited direct trade data between IN and TZ. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into TZ: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from IN: Petroleum products, gems and jewelry, pharmaceuticals, IT services, textiles, rice, chemicals, vehicles. Customs clearance can be slow. Keep all documentation ready. Duty rates vary widely.
Based on user reports, shipping from IN to TZ typically takes 10-21 days via postal services. Express carriers (DHL, FedEx) deliver in 5-8 days. Customs clearance may add 2-5 days. Recommend using express for valuable shipments and preparing all documents in advance.
| Category | Restrictions |
|---|---|
| Lithium batteries | Only installed in device. Standalone prohibited by air carriers. |
| Alcohol | Restricted or prohibited. Import license typically required. |
| Food | Phytosanitary certificate may be required. Perishables: express only. |
| Medications | Up to 3-month supply with prescription. Commercial import needs license. |
| Art & antiques | Export permit may be needed. Insurance strongly recommended. |
| Electronics | Check voltage. Some countries require CE/FCC certification. |
IN and TZ are both members of the following trade agreements: WTO. These agreements may provide reduced or zero customs duties on qualifying goods. Be sure to obtain a certificate of origin to take advantage of preferential tariff rates.
VAT/GST rate: 18%. Applies to: CIF value + duty. Basic food items (unprocessed) at 0%. Some goods at special rates.
We found 1 shipping options from India to Tanzania. The cheapest option is EMS (EMS Express) starting from $35.62 for 1 kg. The fastest delivery is EMS in 3–7 days. Express carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer fast delivery with tracking, while postal services provide more affordable rates.