Tourist Visa Requirements for Tanzania

Planning a safari adventure in Tanzania? Whether you’re visiting the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar, or Mount Kilimanjaro, ensuring you have the correct visa is an essential step in your travel preparations. This page provides all the important details you need to know about obtaining a Tanzanian tourist visa.

Who Needs a Visa?

Most foreign nationals are required to obtain a tourist visa to enter Tanzania. However, a few countries enjoy visa-free access. It is important to check your specific visa requirements with the nearest Tanzanian embassy or official government website before traveling.

Types of Tourist Visas

1. Single Entry Visa (Ordinary Visa)

• Purpose: Tourism, leisure, visiting family/friends.

• Validity: Up to 90 days (single entry).

• Fee: Typically $50 USD for most nationalities; $100 USD for U.S. citizens.

• Eligible applicants: Most nationalities not exempt from visa requirements.

2. Multiple Entry Visa

• Purpose: For travelers who need to enter Tanzania multiple times within a longer period.

• Validity: Up to 12 months (cannot stay more than 90 days at a time).

• Fee: $100 USD or more, depending on nationality and eligibility.

• Note: Subject to stricter review; proof of travel history and purpose may be required.

3. East African Tourist Visa (optional alternative)

• Purpose: Combined travel to Tanzania, Kenya, and Rwanda.

• Validity: 90 days, multiple entry between the three countries.

• Fee: Approximately $100 USD.

• Apply through: The country you will enter first.

How to Apply for a Tanzanian Visa

Option 1: eVisa (Recommended)
Tanzania offers an official online visa application system for convenience.

• Apply at: https://visa.immigration.go.tz/

• Processing Time: 7–10 working days (apply at least 2–3 weeks in advance).

• Requirements:

  • Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity, 1 blank page)

  • Recent passport-size photo

  • Return flight confirmation

  • Travel itinerary or proof of accommodation

  • Payment by credit/debit card (secure online portal)

  • For U.S. citizens: additional documentation may be requested.

Option 2: Visa on Arrival
Tourists from most countries are allowed to obtain a visa at major ports of entry, including:

• Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam)

• Kilimanjaro International Airport

• Zanzibar International Airport

• Namanga, Tunduma, and other land border crossings

While this option is available, delays are possible. eVisa is strongly recommended to avoid long wait times and potential complications.

Additional Requirements

• Passport Validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

• Yellow Fever Certificate: Required if you are arriving from or have transited through a Yellow Fever-endemic country (including Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, etc.).

• COVID-19 Requirements: Check the latest updates on health protocols, as regulations may change.

• Proof of Funds: Immigration officials may request evidence of sufficient funds to cover your stay.

Important Tips

• Apply for your visa at least 2–3 weeks before your departure.

• Always travel with a printed copy of your eVisa approval.

• Keep copies of your flight tickets, hotel bookings, and travel insurance for immigration checks.

• For children and minors, additional documentation such as birth certificates or parental consent letters may be required.

Need Help with Your Visa?

Our travel team is happy to assist with the visa application process and answer any questions you may have. Whether you’re planning a solo adventure, honeymoon, or group safari, we ensure that your paperwork is complete so you can focus on enjoying your trip to Tanzania.

Contact us today for personalized visa guidance.