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Welcome to Tanzania
WELCOME TO TANZANIA:
Tanzania is blessed with natural beauty and extraordinary wildlife. It is the largest country in East Africa – nearly a million square kilometers (386,109 miles square). Agriculture dominates the economy and the vast majority of their export crops, namely coffee, tea, cotton, cashew nuts, sisal, cloves and pyrethrum. Meanwhile, cash flows unreliable frustrates farmers, government intervention is having a significant and positive impact on the country's economy.
In 1986, to help improve the economy the country, the Tanzanian government established new policies such as reducing its budget deficit, trade facilitation policies and reduction of restrictions of food crops. Also as a result of high U.S. funding and many international groups in mining, agriculture, gas and oil, insurance and tourism industries increased its staff and presence in the country, Tanzania enjoyed a 16% increase in FDI in 2007.
Tanzania has grown by around 4% a year and is now a fully integrated democratic society is becoming one of the most vibrant economies of Africa. Dodoma is the capital and home to the country's parliament and government offices. It is located 440 kilometers (273 miles) west of Dar es Salaam, the commercial capital. Dar es Salaam is a city that has more than five centuries old. It is a mixture of African, Arab, Asian and European cultures. Tanzanians are very friendly and stopped to help to foreigners in any way they can.
For someone who first arrived in Dar es Salaam by air, for they will see a large area with tall palm trees and homes of mud as the eye can see. Once on land, buildings are constructed haphazardly and not very clean. In contrast, international hotels are in good quality and well located to take advantage of seascapes.
The city is divided into 4 distinct areas: The downtown is a mix of office buildings, hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, parks and sports facilities. The peninsula is where most diplomats and live here. Offers fantastic sea views, offers restaurants, shops, hotels and has a sailing club. Then there are the houses on the coast and resorts covering as 20 to 30 kilometers (12 to 19 miles) north and south of Dar es Salaam. The rest of the city, unfortunately, is characterized by low-cost housing, with a large population of three to four million people living near the poverty line.
Dar es Salaam has drastically changed from socialism to a more capitalist government in the last line 15. The arrival of diplomats, foreign corporations and aid donations have resulted in a gradual improvement in living standards of local people. Infrastructure and public services are also improving each year – the frequent breakdowns of the power of the past are becoming less frequent. Water and sewage problems remain high on the list of government priorities.
Swahili is the official language of Tanzania, but for business communications, English is almost always used. A person can work very easily in the city without knowing Swahili, but learning is easier to absorb, store and barter in local communities.
Be courteous and Tanzanian greeting is the most important thing you can remember and, preferably, if done in Swahili. Visitors should try not to raise his voice, even if there is proof patience. Dar es Salaam is a Muslim environment and have to be very sympathetic to Muslim customs.
Dar es Salaam is very hot most of the year and around unless you have an office or a home equipped with fans or a good air conditioning system, you will feel exhausted by the high temperatures are usually 30 degrees C (86 degrees F), and in summer, closer to 40 degrees C (104 degrees F) with humidity can approach 100%. Torrential showers come and go without much notice. One can escape the heat ends Weekend going to one of the many beaches.
Foreigners who wish to enter Tanzania must have a valid passport. The passport must be presented to an immigration Official at any point of entry, border station, airport or port. You must present a visa, a residence permit or a pass, which is for those in transit to another destination.
There are five types of visas: a visa for "ordinary" is issued at any Tanzanian mission abroad. However, if you arrive to the checkpoint without a visa, you can get one at the entry point at a cost of U.S. $ 50. The "Business Visa", which is called a CTA, is issued to potential investors or business people seeking to establish professional contacts. It is valid for two months. It costs U.S. $ 100, plus the cost of entry visa. If person leaves the country on business, they need to get an entry visa and visa to enter new CTA. The "multiple-entry visas" are issued to foreigners that due to business commitments, are required to make multiple entries. The validity can be from one month to one year. The Visa "referred" to a license Immigration Special Director or Principal Immigration Officer in Zanzibar. This is generally for the people of Lebanon, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Somalia, refugees, stateless persons and any other country as specified by the authorities. Applications are made to any Tanzanian missions abroad and can not be available at entry points. Finally, transit "" Visa is issued for those wishing to visit Tanzania and is valid for two weeks. It is for those people with one-way tickets.
Visas can be obtained at the airport and if arriving by land or sea, in the port of entry. Although officially the government has stopped asking certificate of yellow fever, it is still advisable to obtain and carry a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. Weapons, pornographic materials, food cool cars over 10 years of age should not enter Tanzania.
There are two types of work permits, each requiring different documents including curriculum vitae, letters, academic qualifications and personal photographs. A special type of work permit is given specifically to those who successfully apply and demonstrate titles rare or skills. These are usually granted to those engaged very techniques that are not readily available in the local labor market, including doctors, pilots, lawyers and accountants.
With a residence permit, spouses and dependents may remain in Tanzania for the duration of the stay of the working family. Usually do not work, but there are some exceptions based on specific criteria. The passport is the main document used to verify identity in Tanzania. Also to get a driver's license Tanzania, any other required documentation.
The local currency is the Tanzania shilling (Shilingi). The notes are TSH 10,000 (Red, elephant), TSH 5.000 (purple, the rhino), TSH 1.000 (blue, late President Nyerere), TSH 500 (green, buffalo) and TSH 2.00 (Brown, Zanzibar Fort). TSH Coins are 200, 100, 50 and 25. TSH 20, 10 and 5 are out of circulation while it may still be used in banks, are no longer issued or used. Exchange Office can be found throughout the city. Rates vary so wise to shop around. Hotels also exchange foreign currency, but at rates higher.
Cash is the most used payment for everyday purchases, for example, food, etc. It is essential for things such as cooking gas, fuel Car, restaurants, drinks in bars, taxis and daily purchases most of the others. Recently, large stores have begun accepting Visa and MasterCard and some places will accept American Express, but it is still advisable to have cash available in case of problems with unreliable machines.
Credit cards are accepted in hotels and some very select restaurants that charged a fee of 5%. In most cases, you need Tanzanian shillings. Foreign cash is accepted, but exchange rate impact. Some institutions insist on being paid in U.S. dollars, but you have the right to pay in shillings. However, you have a greater chance of getting a poor exchange rate.
Foreigners are able to open a private bank account with a minimum of 50,000 Tanzanian shillings, U.S. $ 1,000 and sometimes with 1,000 euros, but you need a work and residence permit, two passport size photographs, a letter of appointment his employer and a cash deposit to do so. All banks use English and Swahili as the language of correspondence. Whenever there are sufficient funds, you can transfer and remit any amount of money outside the country. On the contrary, you can transfer to the extent you want, but will be converted to the currency of your accounts.
Banking hours on weekdays are usually 08:30 am a 15:30 pm and Saturday, from 09:00 am until noon. More than 30 banks Barclays, Standard Chartered, Stanbic, Bank of Baroda, FBME, and Citibank was the most well known internationally. Most banks have ATMs and offer Visa, MasterCard and facilities. Cash is distributed in Tanzanian shillings. 400,000 TSH is usually the maximum allowed to withdraw at once. Traveler's checks are accepted and usually only exchanged at banks, hotels and bureaux de change. Credit cards are slowly being introduced, but when dealing with local people, cash is the offer is acceptable.
When searching for a place to live in their city, the most important factor to consider is your budget. Accommodation costs are very high and that the rules are comparatively low. The other factor to consider is the travel distance to work and school as traffic congestion is problematic, especially in the morning.
Oysterbay and the Peninsula are the two most popular areas for expatriates. Rentals in the Peninsula and U.S. vary Oysterbay $ 2,500 to $ 15,000 per month. The most prominent and sought following areas are Masaki (near Boat Club), and Oysterbay Msasani peninsular. All are located near the most popular school, shopping centers, hospitals, hotels and restaurants. These areas have been developing at an astonishing pace in the last five to seven years and now has a choice of all types of accommodation. Many of them have swimming pools, gyms, tennis courts and security systems. Because these areas are in high demand, rents are much higher and conditions payment are rarely less than a year.
Foreigners are not allowed to buy property. Only businesses are allowed to buy a lease for 99 years. So, as a rule, housing for rent. The owners of property on the mainland demand an advance payment for one year. In other areas, some landlords ask for only six months in advance.
While searching for your home, you may consider renting a furnished apartment short lease term. Ask for a list of accommodation available, but book early as it is low in Dar es Salaam. There are only two residential management international companies: Knight Frank and Pam Goulding. But three or four companies local. There are over 40 hotels and apartments in Dar es Salaam and their surroundings: Holiday Inn, Movenpick, Kempinski, Protea International and Sol are the best known hotel chains.
Utilities are generally not included in the rental price. Water is a factor to consider when moving to a zone. In some areas, for example, the Yacht Club and Masaki, a house for a family of four requires water to be transported in four times a month in the U.S. $ 50 childbirth. If DAWASCO, the local distribution of water around Dar es Salaam is connected to your home can cost about TSH 100,000 (U.S. $ 85 per month).
Electricity is another factor of high cost. A house that consumes electricity for air conditioning and appliances can be as much as TSH 500,000 (U.S. $ 430 per month). Prepaid TANESCO sells electricity through its offices from Monday to Saturday luku. Some garages offer a 24 hour service for sales of Luku. Gas is a very useful alternative to electricity and is readily available and most of Dukas (shops) selling it late at night. The system voltage is 220, but due to the fluid. Voltage, most Many households buy protective caps to keep their equipment from being destroyed by the sharp peaks and valleys of supply. Most appliances are operated in Tanzania.
Tanzania is considered safe, but there has been an increase in petty theft and some gang-related attacks in people without a partner. Burglary at home is rare, but one must employ the services of security 24 hours.
Expats in Dar es Salaam usually enroll children in private schools principal. There are more than a dozen schools to choose from in Dar es Salaam including IST (International School of Tanganyika) in Oysterbay for upper-class children and IST Upanga primary school. IST is by far the most popular school of choice for expatriates and for that reason alone, it is difficult to get students placed immediately. Sometimes luck is determined by the people leaving a particular grade. The school is very expensive, but has the best record in the city. There are also seven schools selected in the Peninsula, and Ada Real Upanga areas caring for preschool children. School buses are available, but heavy traffic means that children spend much time on the bus from very Early in the morning. So many families bring their children to school.
All schools except IST beginning in January and ends in December. IST begins in September and concludes in late June. Schools usually insist that their students wear uniforms. The sports are not high priority, but has some other activities IST than academic.
It is recommended that you get the yellow fever and cholera vaccinations as a precaution, and talk to your doctor about medications to prevent malaria. You are not denied medical care, but in Aga Khan and public hospitals, the entry is relatively cheap. Most expatriates go to the clinic IST – International School of Tanganyika Clinic, who is in charge of medical professionals who are paid in U.S. dollars for all services. Institutions Local refer patients to Kenya, South Africa, if the situation warrants.
You can dial 112 for help because of a medical emergency, fire or if you need to contact the police, however, these numbers are rarely answered. The best thing is to get the emergency numbers of the security company that belongs. There are three or four security companies that offer reliable ambulance and medical support services. Daktari "is the word" doctor "in Swahili." Duka Propagation "is the store for medicine. The water is not safe to drink tap water. Bottled water is highly recommended.
Dar es Salaam traffic can be very congested especially in the morning and evening. This is a clear advantage of having your own vehicle. If a company vehicle is not available for transporting your family around, you may need a second vehicle. Many expatriates use drivers to avoid the stress of traffic and the dangers of possible accidents. It is possible want to hire a driver to carry out the roles and, in general, these people are very reliable and willing to work odd hours. The vehicles are generally type four-wheel drive because the road is in good condition. A new vehicle of this type is sold to U.S. $ 30,000 to $ 50,000 but good vehicles Second-hand are available for U.S. between $ 8,000 and $ 15,000.
A Tanzanian drivers license is required within six months upon arrival. The granting authority Licensing requires a current driver's license for verification, three passport size photographs and an eye exam by a specialist with a reputation (at a cost of 30,000 TSH or the U.S. $ 26). Insurance is not mandatory but is highly recommended that you take a full comprehensive insurance as very few locals have insurance and you need to protect their assets.
In Tanzania you drive on the left. Despite regular complaints in the press about dangerous driving, dirty uniforms and music unsociably aloud, Dar es Salaam is surprisingly efficient public transport and you can get almost anywhere within a twenty kilometers (12 miles) from the city less than one thousand shillings (less than U.S. $ 1). "Daladals" shared minibuses which are all around the city and operate from 5am to 10pm. A short distance often used, the route is served by a cheap bike, tricycle, with a capacity of two to three passengers. Taxis can be found everywhere. Travel to the airport are among TSH between 20,000 and 30,000 (U.S. $ 17 to $ 26). In the city, transport is safe, but in general is very tight and can be very hot and stuffy.
Long distance buses are available to carry out the city Expats. They are of good quality and are very expensive, but the drivers are known to speed. If the distance is within 40-50 kilometers (24-30 miles), then taxis would be a good option. Due to the enormous distances from Dar es Salaam to other tourist spots, many travel domestic airlines and charter airlines to go to these places.
There are many grocery stores to buy food and toiletries as buyers Plaza, Shop Rite (three points), Game, Pueblo Supermarket (Shrijee outlets of three.) For fresh produce, there are other "Dukas" but one must be willing to change for the best price, so most of the expatriates tend to buy in the mainstream stores and sometimes buy at the shore Duka strange road. With the exception of fresh food, all other commodities are imported and come with an inflated cost. You can get many things, such as appliances local electrical and quite a variety too.
There are also several furniture outlets bright. Tanzanians are very good furniture manufacturers and are recognized by Zanzibar beds, dressers, shelves, end tables and coffee tables and more. Zanzibar Doors are large inflows of a large number of houses.
The expatriate community is very friendly and there are many activities available for entertainment. Clubs and groups are available to meet and interact with other expats and locals alike including bridge clubs, British Council, Dar es Salaam Yacht Club, Diplomatic Spouses Group, Irish society, Little Theatre, Mah-jong, the Wildlife Conservation Society of Tanzania and many others. There are not many radio and television apart from the social life is limited to the movies and dining out. There are several groups that welcome ("Karibu") newcomers. There are nightclubs and bars, but it is suggested that a newcomer is merely that these places once they get to know the city. There are lots of expatriates individual professionals who are doing work for a contracted period.
The list of things for spouses to do is almost endless. It is common the spouses to visit the islands near Dar es Salaam, enjoy the sun and eating freshly cooked fish and chips. Sports activities are limited, but the golf, tennis and cricket are very popular social events. There is a bowling alley in the Hotel Sea Cliff in the Peninsula and diving and sailing are popular activities on the weekends.
Nannies are available and usually have experience working with families of other expatriates. They are very reliable and can double up as housewives. national contracts essential employment, wages are very affordable.
While Kunduchi Beach Hotel and Resorts are the most popular attractions for children in the area, other activities of children are very limited and families are expected to entertain their children most of the time. Besides the activities organized by the school, it is suggested that families remain involved with the selection of possible sites for their teens before they can explore on your own. Discuss any safety issues for children in this city. There are real fears for children, but it is recommended that adolescents do not go to town on their own.
Written by:
Chris Draeger, vice president Group, Crown Relocations
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Christine Draeger is Group Vice President of Crown Worldwide. The Crown Relocations divisions help corporates, employees, private individuals and their families move and settle in to new locations around the world.
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