Airport Tariffs & Service Charges

Comprehensive Breakdown of Passenger Service Charges, Aviation Taxes, & Regulated Airport Tariffs.

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Tariff Regulations

Airport tariffs and passenger service charges in Zimbabwe are regulated in compliance with National Treasury guidelines and Civil Aviation Authority regulations.

Passenger Service Charge

Collected seamlessly through airline ticket purchases to fund airport safety, security, and terminal infrastructure.

Finance & Billing Desk

Email: info@acz.co.zw
Tel: +263 242 575 111

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What Are Airport Taxes & Service Charges?

Understanding Ticket Fare Components

The term "Airport Taxes" refers to all mandatory costs, fees, and government-regulated charges recovered through airline ticket purchases. Passenger service charges represent a vital portion of these ticket fees and are utilized directly to maintain international airport operations, passenger handling facilities, security systems, and navigation infrastructure.

Airport Tariff Fee Categories
ACZ Tariff Breakdown
CategoryDescription & Fee Examples
Government Taxes
  • Value Added Tax (VAT): Applied in accordance with statutory tax laws.
  • International Departure Tax: Mandatory statutory departure tax for international travelers.
Regulated Charges
  • ACZ Passenger Service Charge: Funds airport terminal amenities and passenger facilities.
  • Aviation Safety Charge: Collected for Civil Aviation Authority safety oversight.
  • Air Traffic & Navigation Services Charge: Funds airspace management and radar control systems.
Non-Regulated Charges
  • ACZ Passenger Facility Charge: Special operational charges for enhanced terminal services.
Airline Surcharges
  • Fuel Surcharges: Variable carrier fees adjusting for global aviation fuel prices.
  • Aviation Insurance & Security Fees: Airline-specific operational risk coverage.