Posted by Toby on 08/18/07 04:50

My experience in a few African countries is that you had better be ready for
all kinds of corrupt petty officials. Get every relevant permit, and be
prepared to do the baksheesh thing as well. And keep a good eye on all your
gear when you go through customs...

Toby

"Spex" <No.spam@ta.com> wrote in message
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> cbasarow@rrc.mb.ca wrote:
>> I'm looking for information about shooting in Kenya and Tanzania
>> (including Zanzibar). Specifically what's involved, officially or
>> otherwise, in getting gear into the country and shooting.
>> We are only a two person crew with a high end DV Cam camera (DSR 1 on
>> a D-35), some lights and audio gear and will be shooting in private
>> internationally funded schools.
>>
>> Officially I understand permits are required - is this absolutely
>> necessary? and what sort of customs declaration is required to get
>> gear in and out of these countries?
>>
>> Any other related info would be appreciated
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>
> The obvious place to start are the relevant embassies for advice. And yes
> if permits are required it IS absolutely necessary as you open yourself up
> to being expelled if you have incorrect papers or not even getting into
> the countries in the first place.
>
> You'll need working visas too as you'll have a hard time explaining that
> you are a tourist with all your gear.
>
> Don't get Ebola y'all...

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