Visa information
& entry requirements
We guide you through every step — from eVisa applications to visa on arrival. Hakuna Matata at the border.
Tanzania visa essentials
Most nationalities require a visa. We recommend applying online before you travel — it saves time at the airport. Below you'll find all the details, costs, and links.
e Visa (online)
Apply via the official Tanzania immigration website. Processed within 10 days — print and present on arrival.
* only use .go.tz website; avoid third-party scams
Visa on arrival
Available at Kilimanjaro (JRO), Dar es Salaam (DAR), Zanzibar (ZNZ) and major border posts. Cash only (USD).
🌍 Some nationalities are visa‑exempt (e.g., EAC countries, a few others). Check with your local embassy or our team.
eVisa in 5 simple steps
on immigration portal
personal & passport details
passport‑style, white background
by card (Visa/Mastercard)
print two copies
Passport validity & yellow fever
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival. Yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country — carry your certificate.
Passport validity
6 months minimum from your arrival date. At least two blank pages for stamps.
Yellow fever
Mandatory if you are transiting or arriving from a country with risk. Bring the International Certificate of Vaccination.
Visa extension
Visit the immigration office in Dar or Arusha. Fees approx. $50 USD per month. We can assist with the process.
Visa FAQ
No, only USD cash (credit cards not accepted at immigration). Use crisp bills, no older than 2013.
They take a photo digitally, but bring two passport photos just in case (many travellers report they were not needed).
Yes, the official site ends with .go.tz. Avoid third parties that charge extra. We link directly above.
Yes, every foreign national needs a visa, including infants. Same fee applies.
Tourist visa allows up to 90 days. Extensions are possible at immigration offices.
If you stay airside and don't exit, no visa required. For leaving the airport, you need a transit visa ($30).
Visa questions? We're here to help
Our team can guide you through the application or connect you with a visa specialist.
We do not charge for visa advice – it's part of our Hakuna Matata service.