Tanzania Visa Guidelines

Want to explore Tanzania's top sites, like Serengeti Safari Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Pemba Island?

This guide will walk you through Tanzania visa rules and give you tips on how to speed up the visa process.

Table of contents

• Tanzania Visa Policy
• Tanzania Visa-free Countries
• How to Apply for Tanzanian Visa Online?
• Documents Required for Tanzanian Tourist Visa Application
• Tanzania Visa Photo Requirements
• Get a Tanzania Visa Online!
• Mobile Visa Photo Maker
• Tanzania Visa Duration
• Tanzania Visa Fees
• Tanzania Visa Processing Time

Tanzania Visa Policy

To visit Tanzania, most travelers need to get either a Tanzania Visa-on-Arrival or an e-Visa. However, some countries are exempt from this rule.

People from visa-exempt countries can enter Tanzania without a pre-arranged visa. They get a visa on arrival, which lets them stay for up to 3 months. If they want to extend their stay, they need to apply for a consular visa before their trip.

Do I need a separate visa for Tanzania and Zanzibar? – No, a single visa covers both mainland Tanzania and the Zanzibar Islands.

Tanzania Visa-free Countries

If you hold a passport from one of the following Tanzania visa-exempt countries or territories, you can enter Tanzania without a visa for up to 3 months:

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Botswana
• Brunei
• Cyprus
• Dominica
• Democratic Republic of Congo
• Eswatini
• Gambia
• Ghana
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Hong Kong
• Jamaica
• Kenya
• Kiribati
• Lesotho
• Macao
• Madagascar
• Malawi
• Malaysia
• Malta
• Mauritius
• Mozambique
• Namibia
• Nauru
• Papua New Guinea
• Romania
• Rwanda
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Samoa
• Seychelles
• Singapore
• Solomon Islands
• South Africa
• South Sudan
• Tonga
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Tuvalu
• Uganda
• Vanuatu
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

How to Apply for Tanzanian Visa Online?

To apply for a Tanzanian visa online, follow these easy steps:

1. Visit the Immigration Services Website.
2. Click on “New Application”.
3. Fill out the online visa application form and upload scanned copies of the necessary documents.
4. You'll receive an email with a User Identification Number that lets you track your Tanzania visa status online.
5. Complete the online visa application form and pay the required visa fee.
6. Submit your application.
7. Finally, you'll get a confirmation email acknowledging that your application has been received.

Documents Required for Tanzanian Tourist Visa Application

You'll need the following documents for your Tanzania visa application:

• A copy of your valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months).
• A passport-sized photo.
• Itinerary or return ticket (optional but recommended).
• Proof of accommodation.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (if needed).
• Parental approval for minors traveling alone or with one parent.

Tanzania Visa Photo Requirements

Your Tanzanian visa photo must follow these specific guidelines:

• The Tanzania visa photo size must be 45×40 mm.
• Head size must be between 30 mm and 36 mm, covering 70-80% of the photo.
• The photo must be in color and taken within the last 6 months.
• The background is plain white, without patterns or shadows.
• Keep a neutral facial expression or a slight smile, with both eyes open.
• Face the camera directly, with your head centered in the frame.
• Headgear is not allowed unless worn for religious reasons.

Here is an example:

Get a Tanzania Visa Online!

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Simply find a plain white background, snap your picture, and upload it to Visafoto.com. We'll handle all the technical details, adjusting your photo to meet Tanzania visa requirements for size and background color. If you're not satisfied with the results, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee.

Take an image with a smartphone or camera against any background, upload it here and instantly get a professional photo for your visa, passport, or ID.

You will have two types of photos: a digital one for electronic applications and another one suitable for printing.

Mobile Visa Photo Maker

Introducing 7ID by Visafoto.com – the ultimate app for taking passport, ID, and visa photos right from your phone. It’s available on both iPhone and Android.

Just upload your photo to the app, select Tanzania as your country, and visa as your document type. The app will automatically resize and format your photo, ensuring it meets all the necessary requirements for facial and eye alignment. With 7ID, you'll receive both a digital file and a print template that fits standard paper sizes like 4×6, A4, A5, or B5.

Tanzania Visa Duration

Different types of Tanzanian visas have varying durations. Single-entry tourist visas are valid for up to 3 months. Multiple entry visas can be valid from 3 months to 1 year, but each visit cannot exceed 90 days. Transit visas allow for a stay of up to 7 days. Business visas are typically valid for up to 3 months.

Tanzania Visa Fees

The fees for various types of Tanzanian visas are as follows:

• Ordinary Single-Entry visa: USD 50
• Multiple-Entry visa: USD 100
• Transit Visa: USD 30
• Business Visa: USD 250
• Student Visa:
  • USD 50 for a single 3-month visa
  • USD 250 for a 1-year multiple-entry visa
  • USD 300 for a 6-month multiple-entry research visa
  • USD 550 for a 1-year multiple-entry PhD student visa

Tanzania Visa Processing Time

How long does the Tanzania e-visa take? – Most Tanzania visa applications are processed within 10 working days.

Use the 7ID app and Visafoto to streamline your visa application process and enjoy your trip to Tanzania!