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Tanzania Business eVisa requirements
All visa-required business travelers must obtain a Tanzania Business eVisa before entering Tanzania for short-term professional assignments, auditing accounts, fixing machinery, short-term training, or conducting lawful business.
Required documents for the Tanzania Business eVisa
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date)
- A recent passport-style photograph
- Return ticket details
- Invitation letter
- A registration document of the host company
- A work contract or cover letter
- Valid email address
Requirements may vary depending on nationality.
Tanzania Business eVisa pricing and validity
One all-in price. The checkout total includes our service fee, expert review, and support — no surprises.
Tanzania Business eVisaeVisa
From$339.99
- Who it's for
- Visa-required travelers going to Tanzania for short-term business. Every passport holder files their own application, including minors, who cannot be added to a parent's.
- Permitted activities
- Hands-on short-term business work: repairing or installing machinery, short training, audits, feasibility studies, professional assignments, and setting up business contacts or investments.
- What it does not cover
- It is not a substitute for a Work or Residence Permit. An assignment longer than the visa allows needs that permit instead, and meetings or workshops belong on a different visa category.
- Entry points
- Air, land and sea, at any official entry point. One visa covers Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.
- Delivery format
- A Visa Grant Notice arrives by email and can be downloaded from the portal. It is not the final word on entry: the immigration officer decides at the border, and you will be asked for a return ticket.
- Validity
- Valid for 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
- Length of stay
- Stay up to 90 days per entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 2 days
How to apply for your Tanzania Business eVisa
Three simple steps — iVisa prepares, reviews, and files your Tanzania Business eVisa for you.
Complete the application
Answer a few simple questions and upload your documents, choose your processing speed, and pay securely. Most travelers finish in minutes.
We review and submit your application
Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Tanzania government on your behalf.
Receive your Tanzania Business eVisa
Once approved, your Tanzania Business eVisa arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
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Tanzania visa FAQs
Quick answers to the most common questions about the Tanzania Business eVisa.
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What is the difference between a Tanzania Tourist (Ordinary) Visa and a Business Visa?
An Ordinary Visa is strictly for leisure, holidays, and visiting family. If you're entering to perform short-term professional tasks—such as auditing accounts, repairing machines, or conducting short-term training—you legally must obtain a Business Visa. Performing professional work on a tourist visa violates immigration laws.
Can I enter Tanzania multiple times with a Business eVisa?
No. The Tanzania Business eVisa is strictly a single-entry visa. Once you exit the country, the visa expires immediately, even if you haven't used the full 90-day validity period. If you must return for a follow-up project, you'll need to apply for a new visa.
How long can I stay in Tanzania on a Business eVisa?
The Business eVisa permits a maximum stay of up to 90 days from your entry date. Immigration officers at the border determine your exact allowed stay upon arrival based on the duration specified in your host company's documentation.
What specific documents must the host company in Tanzania provide?
Your host institution must provide a formal invitation letter on company letterhead signed by a senior manager, detailing the specific purpose and duration of your assignment. They must also provide a copy of their valid Business License or Certificate of Incorporation.
Do I need a Tanzania Business Visa to attend a simple conference or corporate meeting?
No. If you're only attending a seminar, corporate meeting, or networking event without performing manual labor or specialized consulting, you can typically enter using a standard Ordinary Visa rather than the Business Visa.
Can I use the Tanzania Business eVisa to establish long-term employment?
No. The Business eVisa is strictly for short-term assignments. It can't be used to secure permanent employment or replace a formal Work Permit or Residence Permit. Engaging in continuous long-term labor without proper permits will lead to fines or deportation.
How will I receive the Tanzania Business eVisa?
Once your Tanzania Business eVisa application is approved, you’ll receive an email with a PDF. We recommend printing a physical copy to present to your airline before boarding and to immigration officers at the port of entry. You should also keep a digital backup on your phone.
How long does the Tanzania Business eVisa processing take?
The Tanzania Business eVisa is usually processed quickly. With iVisa, you choose your processing speed at checkout, and the option you pick is shown with its delivery time before you pay. We recommend applying at least 6 days before your departure date to account for any unexpected government delays.
What happens if my Tanzania Business eVisa application is denied?
If denied, you will receive a notification via email. The most common reason for denial is missing documents. You can usually re-apply by submitting a completely new application with corrected information. iVisa offers denial protection. Our experts manually review your application before submission to prevent these issues.
iVisa vs. the official Tanzania process
Why travelers choose iVisa
On your own
- The official guidelines state that a wrongly categorized application is rejected, and the line between the business, ordinary and multiple-entry categories is genuinely easy to misread.
- The government portal is published in English only, with no language switcher.
- Strict photo rules on size, format and background, with no quality check on the government's side. Noncompliance is listed as a cause of rejection.
- Nothing can be changed after submission and the fee is not refunded, even on a rejection.
- A separate application for every passport holder, including children.
- We put you on the right product for your trip and review the application before it is submitted.
- A guided application in your own language.
- We validate your photo and supporting documents against the specification first.
- Our review catches mistakes while they can still be fixed.
- One flow that handles the whole group together.
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