Embassy Visa Services
Tanzania embassies and high commissions worldwide process visa applications for foreign nationals wishing to visit Tanzania. While the e-Visa system is the preferred method, embassies continue to accept applications in person.
Visa Types Available at Embassies
| Type | Fee | Validity | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Visa | $50 | 90 days | Tourism, family visits |
| Business Visa | $250 | 90 days | Business activities |
| Transit Visa | $30 | 7 days | Transit through Tanzania |
| Multiple Entry | $100 | 12 months | Frequent travellers |
Documents Required
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity, at least 2 blank pages)
- Completed visa application form
- Two passport-size photographs
- Confirmed return/onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement)
- Visa fee payment
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable)
- For business visa: company letter, invitation from Tanzanian business partner
e-Visa Alternative
Tanzania's official e-Visa portal offers a convenient online alternative to embassy applications. Apply at visa.immigration.go.tz.
Processing takes 5-10 business days. Print your approval letter and present at immigration on arrival.
Full Visa Requirements GuideNote: Citizens of EAC member states (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, DRC, Somalia) do not require a visa. Many SADC nationals also enjoy visa-free access. See full visa policy.