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Tanzania Tourist eVisa

Purpose: The Tanzania eVisa is an electronic visa issued to eligible foreign nationals traveling to Tanzania for tourism.

Duration: The Tanzania Tourist eVisa (Ordinary Visa) is typically valid for up to 90 days per entry.

Entries: The Tanzania eVisa is commonly issued as a single-entry visa. Multiple-entry visas are only available for certain categories and nationalities (such as the United States).

Ports of entry: Tanzania eVisa holders may enter through designated ports of entry, including Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam), Kilimanjaro International Airport, Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar), and selected land border crossings.

Delivery format: Once approved, the Tanzania eVisa is issued electronically as a PDF document sent via email. Travelers must print a copy and present it along with their valid passport upon arrival in Tanzania.

Tanzania Business eVisa

Purpose: The Tanzania Business eVisa is issued to foreign nationals traveling to Tanzania for short-term professional activities such as attending meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, training sessions, conducting audits, or exploring investment opportunities. It does not permit full-time employment in Tanzania.

Duration: The Business eVisa is generally valid for stays of up to 90 days per entry.

Entries: The Tanzania Business eVisa is typically issued as a single-entry visa.

Ports of entry: Business eVisa holders may enter through designated ports of entry, including Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam), Kilimanjaro International Airport, Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar), and approved land border crossings.

Delivery format: Once approved, the Tanzania Business eVisa is issued electronically as a PDF document sent via email. Travelers must print the approval and present it along with their valid passport and supporting business documents upon arrival.

Tanzania Visa on Arrival*

Tanzania offers a visa on arrival for many nationalities, including US, UK, EU, Canadian, and Australian citizens, at major airports like Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar.

It costs $50-$100 USD (cash) for a single-entry visa, but long queues are common, so applying for an eVisa in advance is recommended.

*We don't offer this visa, you can get it on arrival in Tanzania.

Tanzania Transit Visa*

The Transit Visa is intended for travelers passing through Tanzania en route to another country (and exiting the transit area at the airport) and cannot be used for tourism or business. It is valid for up to seven days, allows a single entry, and covers stays of the same duration. Extensions are not permitted.

*We currently don't offer this visa.

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Most foreign nationals must obtain a visa to enter Tanzania, which can be done online or, in many cases, upon arrival at major ports of entry. The eVisa system covers a range of purposes, including tourism, business, transit, and family visits, and is recommended to avoid border queues and delays. Visa-required travelers who cannot use the eVisa system must secure a visa via a Tanzanian embassy before travel.

General Tanzania visa requirements are:

  • Passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival
  • Recent passport-size photo
  • Travel details (flight itinerary and accommodation address)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay
  • Supporting documents depending on visa type (such as a business invitation letter for a Business eVisa)
  • Visa-fee payment in cash (USD) - for visas on arrival

Tanzania Tourist eVisa

Prices starting from $91.99

Valid for 1 year after issued
Multiple entry
Stay up to 90 days per entry
Get it as fast as 2 days

Tanzania Business eVisa

Prices starting from $79.99

Valid for 3 months after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 90 days per entry
Get it as fast as 2 days

Fast facts

iVisa approval rate?

99%

Main reason for denials?

Unclear passport photo

Average time it takes to apply?

20 mins

Why choose iVisa?

Applying for a visa on your own can be confusing and time-consuming. iVisa simplifies the process, reduces errors, and gives you peace of mind.

FAQs

The Tanzania eVisa is an official travel document that allows eligible foreign nationals to enter Tanzania for tourism, business, or transit purposes. It can be applied for online through the official Tanzania Immigration Services website before traveling.

The Tanzania eVisa can be used for tourism, visiting friends or relatives, attending meetings, workshops, and short-term business activities. Travelers cannot engage in employment or other long-term work activities with an eVisa.

The duration of stay depends on the visa type. For tourism and most short-term business visits, the eVisa allows stays of up to 90 days. For multiple-entry visas, each visit allows a stay of up to 90 days, although the visa itself may be valid for a longer period.

No, the Tanzania eVisa does not permit employment. Travelers intending to work must apply for the appropriate Work or Residence Permit before traveling.

The Tanzania Transit Visa allows foreign nationals to enter Tanzania for the sole purpose of transiting to another destination. It is valid for up to seven days and requires proof of onward travel and entry permission to the next country.

The Ordinary Visa is a single-entry visa mainly for tourism and short visits, valid for up to 90 days. The Multiple Entry Visa allows multiple entries within a validity period, typically up to one year, with each stay limited to 90 consecutive days. U.S. citizens are required to apply for the Multiple Entry Visa even for a single tourist visit.

Tanzania visas generally cannot be extended beyond their validity period. Travelers who need to stay longer must exit the country and apply for a new visa.

Yes, every traveler, including minors, must submit their own visa application. Minors cannot be included in their parents’ visa applications.

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