Entry Requirements & Visa for Tanzania

Who Needs a Visa to Enter Tanzania?

Most travelers to Tanzania require a visa to enter the country. However, some nationalities are exempt or do not require a visa for short stays. It’s essential to confirm your status before departure.

Visa-Free Countries Include (but not limited to):

• Kenya

• Uganda

• Rwanda

• Zambia

• Zimbabwe

• Namibia

• South Africa (up to 90 days)

• Botswana

• Hong Kong

• Singapore

Note: Citizens of these countries may still need to show a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds.

Types of Visas

1. Ordinary/Tourist Visa

• Valid for single entry up to 90 days.

• Used for tourism, visiting friends/relatives, or short business trips.

• Fee: $50 USD for most nationalities (except USA).

• USA citizens: $100 USD (multiple-entry visa).

2. Multiple Entry Visa

• Ideal for those entering Tanzania several times over a year.

• Valid for 1 year, allows multiple entries.

• USA citizens: automatically issued a multiple-entry visa at $100.

3. Transit Visa

• For travelers transiting through Tanzania for less than 7 days.

• Fee: $30 USD

• Proof of onward travel required.

4. Business Visa

• For short-term business visits.

• Fee: $250 USD

• Requires invitation letter or documentation from host company.

How to Apply for a Tanzanian Visa

Option 1: Visa on Arrival

• Available at major entry points (airports and borders).

• Recommended only if you couldn’t apply online.

• Payment must be in USD cash (clean, unmarked notes).

• Can involve queues and waiting time.

Option 2: Online eVisa (Recommended)

You can apply for a Tanzanian visa online via the official Tanzania Immigration website:

🌐 https://visa.immigration.go.tz

Steps to Apply:

1. Fill out the online application.

2. Upload passport copy and a passport-size photo.

3. Pay via credit/debit card.

4. Receive confirmation and approval by email (within 10 working days).

5. Present printed visa upon arrival.

Required Documents

To apply for a visa (online or on arrival), you’ll need:

• A passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date.

• At least one blank page in your passport.

• A recent passport-size photo.

• Return or onward flight ticket.

• Proof of accommodation or tour booking.

• Vaccination certificate (if applicable – see below).

Yellow Fever & Vaccination Requirements

Tanzania requires proof of Yellow Fever vaccination only if:

• You are arriving from a Yellow Fever endemic country (even transiting for over 12 hours).

Examples of such countries: Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, South Sudan, DR Congo, etc.

Other recommended vaccinations (not required):

• Hepatitis A & B

• Typhoid

• Tetanus

• COVID-19 (depending on airline or transit country requirements)

COVID-19 Entry Rules (As of 2025)

• No mandatory quarantine or PCR testing for fully vaccinated travelers.

• Unvaccinated travelers may need a PCR or rapid test taken within 72 hours before arrival.

• It’s advisable to check the latest official regulations before flying.

Entry Points in Tanzania

You can enter Tanzania through:

• Airports: Kilimanjaro International (JRO), Julius Nyerere International (DAR), Zanzibar International (ZNZ), Arusha Airport (ARK).

• Land Borders: Namanga (Kenya), Taveta/Holili (Kenya), Rusumo (Rwanda), and others.

• Seaports: Mainly in Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.

Travel Tip from Vanda Tours

To avoid delays or complications:

• Apply online in advance where possible.

• Keep printed copies of all documents.

• Double-check passport validity and visa approval.

If you’re unsure, just contact us! We’re here to guide you through every step of your travel planning.