If you are a foreign national planning to travel to Tanzania for tourism, business, or other purposes, it’s important to understand the visa requirements for entry into the country. Most foreign visitors to Tanzania will need a visa, unless they are from countries that have established visa exemption agreements with Tanzania.

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E-Visa

The visa to visit the United Republic of Tanzania (both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar) is applied by filling out an online form. Once completed, the corresponding payment must be made and the application must be submitted.

The forms are reviewed and processed by government authorities. Applicants will be notified via email whether their applications have been accepted or rejected.

In some cases, government authorities may require us to visit a nearby Tanzanian embassy or consular office for a personal interview. This never occurs on tourist visas.

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Ordinary visa (single entry)

If you’re traveling to Tanzania as a tourist you will need to apply for an Ordinary Visa, which is a single-entry visa which is valid for up to three months stay in the country. The best way to apply for this visa is online, as it is quicker and easier.

With this visa, you can:

• Stay in Tanzania for up to 3 months at a time. 

• Enjoy a holidays, visit your family or friends or cruise, or attend a cultural event.

• Study or train for up to 3 months in total.

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To be eligible for this visa, you must:

• Have a valid passport: The passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of entry into Tanzania.

• Flight ticket (round trip).

• E-mail to receive the visa resolution.