Tanzania Visa & Entry Requirements – Updated 2025 Guide
Planning a Tanzania safari, Kilimanjaro climb, or Zanzibar beach holiday? Here’s everything you need to know about visas, passports, and entry requirements.
Do You Need a Visa?
Citizens of most countries require a tourist visa to enter Tanzania, including:
Visa-exempt countries include some African nations and a few Asian countries. Contact us to check your specific nationality.
Visa on Arrival
Available for eligible travelers at:
- ✈️ Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- ✈️ Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR)
- ✈️ Abeid Karume Airport (ZNZ) – Zanzibar
How to Apply for eVisa
Official Portal: visa.immigration.go.tz
Entry Requirements Checklist
- 📌 Passport valid for 6+ months from entry date
- 📌 At least 2 blank pages for entry stamps
- 📌 Proof of return or onward travel (flight itinerary)
- 📌 Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from affected countries)
- 📌 Printed eVisa approval (if applying online)
- 📌 Sufficient funds for your stay (rarely asked, but good to have)
Important Notes for Travelers
- 🔹 Single vs Multiple Entry: Most tourist visas are single entry. If visiting Kenya/Rwanda first, you may need a multiple-entry visa.
- 🔹 East Africa Tourist Visa: Available for travelers visiting Tanzania, Kenya & Rwanda on the same trip ($100 USD).
- 🔹 Zanzibar: Same visa as mainland Tanzania — no additional visa needed.
- 🔹 Processing Time: eVisa processing can take 7-10 days. Apply early!
Visiting Multiple Countries? Consider the East Africa Tourist Visa
The East Africa Tourist Visa allows travel between Tanzania, Kenya, and Rwanda on a single visa — perfect for combined safaris and gorilla treks!
Need help with your visa application or have questions about entry requirements?
📧 Ask Our Team for Visa Assistance →Official eVisa website: visa.immigration.go.tz