Third-party insurance must be purchased at the border for a nominal fee. This is mandatory for all vehicles entering Zambia. Be sure to notify your insurer that you will be travelling internationally.

Comprehensive medical insurance should be purchased before you leave your own country and should include emergency air evacuation and repatriation coverage. This is especially important if you are visiting remote or wildlife areas. Aim for private hospitalisation and being covered for specialist treatment in neighbouring countries (likely South Africa).

Full travel insurance covers you from common risks like lost luggage, delays and cancellations. Some comprehensive policies include medical coverage.

SES, a subsidiary of The Unisure Group, is a health and life insurance provider, offers specialised solutions to individuals, families and companies across the globe. It has a strong focus on sub-Saharan Africa and its world-class clinics and networks within Zambia and neighbouring countries ensure that it provides members with top healthcare and emergency medical services, 24/7. If you’d like to learn more about its services, including group benefit solutions for companies of all sizes, connect with SES Unisure:

• ses-unisure.com
• facebook.com/SESUnisure/