Tanzania offers different types of visas for travellers according to their travel purpose. Here are the most common types of visas:
- Tourism visa: it’s the most common type of visa for travellers in Tanzania for tourism purposes. A tourist visa is generally valid for up to 90 days and can be used to enter Tanzania just one time.
- Transit visa: This type of visa is intended for travellers who are passing through Tanzania to another country. The transit visa is usually valid for a period of 7 days and can only be used for a single entry into Tanzania.
- Business visa: This type of visa is intended for travellers who are visiting Tanzania for business purposes. The business visa is usually valid for a period of up to 90 days.
- Student visa: This type of visa is intended for students who are travelling to Tanzania to study at a university or school. The student visa is usually valid for the duration of the study program and can be extended if necessary.
- Work visa: This type of visa is intended for foreign workers who are employed in Tanzania. The work visa is usually valid for a period of up to 2 years and can be renewed if necessary.
To obtain a Tanzanian visa, you can follow the following steps :
- Check if you need a visa: Citizens of some countries can enter Tanzania without a visa or with a visa on arrival. However, most travellers need to obtain a visa before their trip.
- Gather necessary documents: The documents generally required include a valid passport, a recent photo, a round-trip flight ticket, proof of accommodation, and an invitation letter if you are invited by a person or organization in Tanzania.
- Fill out the visa application: You can fill out the visa application online on the Tanzanian government website https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/. The Tanzanian embassy in France, located in Paris, no longer issues visas. The process is done solely online to obtain an e-visa.
Step 1
Create an account on the immigration website.
Step 2
Enter personal information. All fields must be completed.
First name, last name, marital status, date of birth, nationality, address, phone number, occupation…
PASSPORT TYPE*
It is recommended that individuals wishing to come for vacation, tourism, to attend a conference, humanitarian and charitable activities, visit their family, for medical treatment or any other reason, apply for an ordinary visa.
In case the applicant has doubts about the type of visa required, it is recommended to contact the following email address: info@immigration.go.tz for guidance.
Step 3
Please fill in this tab accurately with your passport details.
It is essential to ensure that all information on your passport is accurate and matches the information on your visa application form. No errors are allowed on the application form, as it will render it invalid. Tanzanian authorities may refuse entry if errors are detected, particularly with regard to the passport holder’s name, date of birth, expiration date, passport number, and place of issuance. Therefore, it is crucial to carefully check all information and make any necessary corrections before submitting a visa application.
In addition to being valid, it is imperative that your passport has a remaining validity of at least six months from the date of your arrival in the country. This means that if your passport expires within the next six months, you will need to renew it before applying for a visa to Tanzania.
Step 4
In this step, you are required to provide information about your place of accommodation. You can provide the contact details of the hotel you will be staying at. Make sure to check the entry and exit dates on your visa and comply with the conditions of your visa during your stay in Tanzania.
Step 5:
The documents to provide:
- Valid passport
- Recent photo
- Round-trip flight ticket
Step 6:
Pay the visa fees: Visa fees vary depending on your nationality and the duration of your stay. You must pay the fees online when submitting your visa application. Processing times may vary depending on your nationality and the duration of your stay, so it is recommended to submit your visa application well in advance of your trip.
After reading and ticking the “consent declaration” section, you will receive your e-visa within 4 to 15 days depending on the situation. And you could print it out to present to the customs authorities.
