Visitors should always check if their country is exempt from needing a visa for a stay of up to 30 days in Tanzania. The visa processing time is usually between 5 to 10 working days but may be delayed if the applicant provides incomplete or incorrect information.
Obtaining a Tanzanian visa has been made simple through an online e-visa application system. To apply, visit the e-visa application page, select the type of visa you need, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and wait for an email confirmation about your eligibility.
A visa is a conditional authorization that allows a foreigner to enter, stay, and leave a country. Before applying for a visa, it is important to know the types of visas available in Tanzania. Below are the main types of visas:
Types of Visas in Tanzania
- Single Entry Visa: This visa is issued to foreigners visiting Tanzania for tourism, holidays, or to meet friends and family. It is valid for 90 days.
- Multiple Entry Visa: This visa is issued to foreigners visiting Tanzania occasionally for different purposes. It allows multiple entries within a 12-month period but requires the visitor to leave the country every 3 months.
- Transit Visa: This visa is for travelers transiting through Tanzania to reach another destination. It cannot be used for any other purpose and is valid only for transit.
- Student Visa: This visa is for international students coming to study in Tanzania. It is valid for up to 2 years.
- Business Visa: This visa is issued to foreigners visiting Tanzania for business purposes only. It is valid for 90 days.
- Gratis Visa: This visa is issued free of charge to holders of diplomatic or official passports who are on official duty in Tanzania. It can be issued for single or multiple entries.
Requirements for a Tanzanian Visa
To apply for a visa, you need the following documents:
- A valid passport with at least six months remaining.
- A clean criminal record.
- Proof of accommodation in Tanzania.
- A letter of invitation if staying with friends or relatives.
- Valid health insurance.
- A fee payment receipt.
- A return flight ticket.
- A completed visa application form.
- A marriage certificate if visiting a spouse in Tanzania.
- A work contract or document showing the purpose of your visit for work-related visas.
- An ongoing flight ticket for transit visas.
- A letter from a school in Tanzania for student visas.
Visa Fees
- Single Entry Visa: $50
- Multiple Entry Visa: $100
- Business Visa: $250
- Transit Visa: $39
- Gratis Visa: Free
- Student Visa: $50 to $550
