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Tanzania visa requirements for US citizens
US citizens need a visa to travel to Tanzania. The most common option is the Tanzanian eVisa, which must be obtained before departure. Tanzania does not offer visa-free entry for US passport holders.
Tanzania Tourist eVisa: an electronic visa required for US citizens that allows a single entry into Tanzania for up to 90 days, valid for both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
Tanzania Business eVisa: an electronic visa required for US citizens that allows a single entry into Tanzania for up to 90 days, valid for business travel.
Tanzania entry requirements for US citizens
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Tanzania Tourist eVisa
- Tanzania Business eVisa
- US passport valid for at least six months
- Passport-style photograph
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Evidence of sufficient funds
- Supporting documents, depending on purpose or situation
Tanzania visa cost for US citizens
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Tanzania Tourist eVisa — 90 dayseVisa
- Who it's for
- The Tanzania Tourist eVisa is for international travelers entering Tanzania for tourism, visiting family and friends, business, or transit.
- Zanzibar coverage
- The Tanzania eVisa covers both Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. Travelers visiting Zanzibar must separately arrange mandatory travel insurance via the official Zanzibar portal, which is a requirement separate from the visa.
- Ports of entry
- The eVisa is valid at designated air, land, and sea ports, including Julius Nyerere (DAR), Kilimanjaro (JRO), Abeid Amani Karume (ZNZ), and Mwanza (MWZ) airports. Entry through remote border stations may require a physical visa obtained at an embassy.
- Health requirements
- If you are arriving from or have transited for more than 12 hours through a country with a risk of yellow fever, you must present an International Certificate of Vaccination upon arrival.
- Delivery format
- Once approved, you receive your eVisa by email as a PDF. We recommend printing a physical copy for your airline and immigration officers, and keeping a digital backup on your phone.
- Validity
- 90 days
- Length of stay
- 90 days per entry
- Entry
- Single entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 2 days
Tanzania Tourist eVisa — 1 yeareVisa
- Who it's for
- The Tanzania Tourist eVisa is for international travelers entering Tanzania for tourism, visiting family and friends, business, or transit.
- Zanzibar coverage
- The Tanzania eVisa covers both Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. Travelers visiting Zanzibar must separately arrange mandatory travel insurance via the official Zanzibar portal, which is a requirement separate from the visa.
- Ports of entry
- The eVisa is valid at designated air, land, and sea ports, including Julius Nyerere (DAR), Kilimanjaro (JRO), Abeid Amani Karume (ZNZ), and Mwanza (MWZ) airports. Entry through remote border stations may require a physical visa obtained at an embassy.
- Health requirements
- If you are arriving from or have transited for more than 12 hours through a country with a risk of yellow fever, you must present an International Certificate of Vaccination upon arrival.
- Delivery format
- Once approved, you receive your eVisa by email as a PDF. We recommend printing a physical copy for your airline and immigration officers, and keeping a digital backup on your phone.
- Validity
- 1 year
- Length of stay
- 90 days per entry
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 2 days
Tanzania Business eVisaeVisa
- Who it's for
- The Business eVisa is for travelers entering Tanzania to perform short-term professional tasks such as auditing accounts, repairing machines, conducting short-term training, or other lawful business. Performing professional work on a tourist visa violates immigration laws.
- Duration and entries
- The Business eVisa is a single-entry visa permitting a maximum stay of up to 90 days from your entry date. Once you exit the country, the visa expires, even if you have not used the full validity period.
- Host company documents
- Your host institution must provide a formal invitation letter on company letterhead signed by a senior manager, detailing the purpose and duration of your assignment, plus a copy of their valid Business License or Certificate of Incorporation.
- Not for employment
- The Business eVisa is strictly for short-term assignments. It cannot be used to secure permanent employment or replace a formal Work Permit or Residence Permit.
- Delivery format
- Once approved, you receive your Business eVisa by email as a PDF. We recommend printing a physical copy for your airline and immigration officers, and keeping a digital backup on your phone.
- Validity
- 90 days
- Length of stay
- 90 days per entry
- Entry
- Single entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 2 days
How US citizens can apply for a Tanzania visa
Three simple steps — iVisa prepares, reviews, and files your Tanzania document for your trip from the United States.
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 travel document
Once approved, your Tanzania travel document arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
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Tanzania visa FAQs
Quick answers for US citizens traveling to Tanzania.
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Do United States citizens need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes, a visa is required for US citizens traveling to Tanzania.
What is the processing time of a Tanzania visa for United States applicants?
With iVisa, you choose your processing speed at checkout, and the option you pick is shown with its delivery time before you pay. Rules can change and can differ by the purpose of travel (tourism/business/work/study). Always confirm with the destination’s official immigration/consular source before booking.
How long can United States nationals stay in Tanzania?
For US citizens, each stay in Tanzania is limited to a maximum of 90 days (three months) per visit.
Do US citizens need a yellow fever certificate if transiting to Tanzania?
US citizens traveling directly from the United States do not need a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Tanzania. However, if you transit through a yellow fever-endemic country (such as Kenya, Ethiopia, or Uganda) for 12 hours or more, or if you leave the airport during your layover, you are legally required to show proof of vaccination upon arrival.
What are the US dollar bill requirements for travelers entering Tanzania?
For any transactions where USD is still accepted (such as visa fees or high-end safari tips), your US dollar bills must be printed after 2006 and must be in pristine condition. Tanzanian banks and vendors will routinely reject bills that are torn, heavily creased, or have any ink marks or stamps.
How many blank passport pages are required for US citizens to enter Tanzania?
US travelers must have at least two entirely blank visa pages in their passports to enter Tanzania. These pages must be side-by-side (facing each other) to accommodate the entry and exit stamps, as well as the physical visa sticker if you are not using an eVisa.
Does Tanzania require proof of onward travel for US passport holders?
Yes, proof of onward or return travel is a mandatory entry requirement for all US citizens visiting Tanzania on a tourist visa. You must be able to show a confirmed flight reservation leaving Tanzania before your 90-day stay expires.
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