Enter information from your passport into your eVisa application.
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Make an online payment
We accept credit card, debit card, and other secure payment methods.
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Check your e-mail
Once your payment is confirmed, your eVisa will be sent to your e-mail.
This website allows you to apply for and register your obligatory eVisa before travelling to Tanzania. Our service assists you through the eVisa process, including any questions you may have regarding the form and related issues. Our agency is not affiliated to any Government website. Our agency helps individuals and legal entities with their administrative travel paperwork.
This website allows you to apply for and register your obligatory eVisa before travelling to Tanzania. Our service assists you through the eVisa process, including any questions you may have regarding the form and related issues. Our agency is not affiliated to any Government website. Our agency helps individuals and legal entities with their administrative travel paperwork.
What is the electronic Tanzania visa (e-Visa ) ?
Electronic visa to Tanzania allows its holders to travel to Tanzania for 90 days. It is a single-entry visa that can be handled entirely online, even from home! Check if your country is listed as eligible to apply online for a Tanzania visa and get your permit!
Starting from 2018, all eligible travelers can use the Tanzania eVisa system for purposes of tourism or transit. So, whether you plan on visiting this African country for a relaxing getaway, a safari trip, exploring its tourist attractions, or simply making a stop-over before you reach your final destination, the online visa for Tanzania will make your trip possible in an effortless way!
You may be asking yourself, how is the eVisa different from a regular Tanzania visa. Well, there is more to it than just the name. The most prominent thing that differs those documents is in the application process. The online Tanzania tourist visa is obtainable without the need to visit an Embassy nor any other official institution!
All you have to do is complete a quick and intuitive 3-step application process, even using your phone. The approved entry permit will be delivered to your e-mail inbox in the form of a PDF file within a few days.
Read on for all the essential information concerning the electronic visa system in Tanzania and the eVisa requirements - find out how to submit a successful application online.
If you plan to visit Tanzania soon, please note that every traveler needs to complete the Tanzania Health Surveillance Form before a trip. Currently, this short health-related questionnaire is obligatory for all travelers who wish to enter Tanzania.
Types of Tanzania eVisa
There are two types of visa permits for Tanzania. All travellers can choose between one of the following options:
Tourist visa
Tourist visa: for all tourism activities. Allows its holders to stay in Tanzania for 90 days and explore the country's tourist destinations, visit friends and relatives, or go on a holiday.
Transit visa
Transit visa: designated to the travellers transiting through Tanzania. Allows a 7-day stay in Tanzania, only for transit purposes. There is no possibility of exploring the country as a tourist with this type of permit.
Both documents are single-entry visas and cost 99 Euro. Please note! Tanzania visa is not a business visa; it's not issued for any business or work-related purposes.
eVisa applicants do not need to visit the Embassy, nor a Consulate. Read on to learn what requirements to meet and how to file an application online.
Tanzania offers it's eVisas for travelers from numerous countries worldwide! The key to submitting a successfully approved application is to be prepared before starting the application process.
Thus, a few days prior to applying, make sure that you have all of the necessary documents gathered and that you meet the following Tanzania eVisa requirements:
you have an active e-mail address - the approved eVisa to Tanzania will be sent to your e-mail inbox. It's crucial to have one that is active. Moreover, while filling in the form, double-check if the provided e-mail address is correct.
you have access to a selected online payment method - it is essential for completing the second step of the application process - covering the Tanzania eVisa fees. Select one of the available online payment methods. You may use a credit card, debit card, PayPal, PayU, or any other method available.
your nationality is on the list of eVisa eligible countries - before submitting the form, check if your home country is considered eligible for the electronic visa system of Tanzania. If you don't have the appropriate nationality, your application may not be successfully approved.
Please note! To ensure your application for the Tanzania online visa is positively approved, make sure to thoroughly check the form before submitting it. Spelling errors may result in prolonged processing time or being denied the permit.
Should you have any questions about the above-listed requirements, do not hesitate to get in contact with our support team.
To make your visa application successful, you should first prepare the necessary documentation. There are three key requirements to meet for all visa applicants. Please make sure that you have the following documents before applying:
legible scan or photo of the applicant's valid passport's bio-data page
applicant's recent photograph (it must meet the passport photo standards)
copy of the return ticket (for a tourist permit)
copy of the onward ticket (for a transit permit)
Please check the validity of your passport. The document should not expire for the next 6 months from the planned date of arrival in Tanzania.
3-step application process:
Now that you are prepared with the required documents on hand, you may start the application process. This part should take less than 15 minutes to complete.
Fill in the application form with your personal data, such as your full name, address, e-mail address, the purpose of your travel. Attach the documents described earlier and make sure that each piece of the provided information is correct.
Make an online payment to pay the 99 EUR fee. There are numerous secure methods of online payment on our website to choose from when using our services.
Check your inbox for the unique confirmation number that you can use later on to check the status of your visa. As soon as it is appoved, your eVisa will be delivered directly to your e-mail.
Once you receive your visa in PDF form, print it out and take it with you to the airport.The customs officials will check your passport and the printed visa. You should get a stamp stating the date of returning to your home country.
Who needs an eVisa to Tanzania?
Every traveller who wants to enter the United Republic of Tanzania must have a valid electronic visa. Remember that each visitor needs to have a separate visa permit. Children are also obliged to have their own permits - their parents or guardians should file an application for them.
A note for all US citizens! If you are a United States citizen, you have to apply for a multiple-entry visa, available only for the US nationals. This document is valid for one year and allows for 90 days of stay. The fee is 149 EUR. As a US citizen, you can enter Tanzania numerous times within 12 months of the visa validity.
No matter what type of permit you apply for, the tourist visa or the transit one, it has to be printed out and taken to the airport for control of the customs officials.
Tanzania eVisa FAQ
The Tanzania visa application process takes only a couple of minutes. However, the processing time is usually a bit longer. The processing time of your visa may take up to a few days from the registration date. Make sure to apply for the permit in advance to avoid any issues upon entering Tanzania.
Yes, it is possible to obtain a Tanzania visa on arrival. However, it is far safer to obtain your visa permit in advance. To avoid stressful situations, issues with approval on arrival, and waiting in long queues at the airport, apply online a few days before your trip to Tanzania.
Tanzania visa costs 99 EUR for a single-entry visa permit that allows a 90-day stay. Our services provide several methods of online payment to choose from. If you are a United States citizen that would like to travel to Tanzania, you need to apply for a multiple-entry visa (designated only for the US citizens) for a fee of 149 EUR.
All applicants receive the approved eVisa permits at the e-mail addresses they have provided in the application form. Make sure to use an e-mail address that you have access to. Otherwise, there may be issues with obtaining your visa.
Tanzania visa online is valid for 90 days from the date of your arrival in the country (the single-entry tourist visa). If you travel to Tanzania with a transit visa, it remains valid for 7 days starting on the date of arrival. The multiple-entry permit (for US citizens) remains in force for a year and allows numerous entries to Tanzania.
Tanzania travel visas are extremely easy to obtain. In order to apply for the permit, you must complete the visa registration procedure using our website. Applying online takes only a few moments and can be done from anywhere you want! There is no need to visit the Embassy and wait in long queues.
The required documents differ depending on the type of permit you're applying for. To visit Tanzania and have an issue-free entry, prepare the following:
valid passport
recent photograph of yourself
return ticket or onward ticket (if applying for a transit visa)
Every traveller who wants to visit Tanzania should have a separate eVisa, including children. For all underage travellers, the application should be completed by their parents or guardians. You can file an online application in just a few minutes using our website!
Should your electronic permit to Tanzania fail to be approved, we grant reimbursement. Ensure all the data you provided in the application form was correct and that all of your documents were complete and valid. If you met the visa requirements and your data was error-free, contact our visa services support team to resolve the issue.
All holders of the electronic visa can visit Tanzania for 90 days. If you travel for transit purposes, your stay can be 7 days long. Additionally, all US citizens can stay in Tanzania for 90 days.
It is not possible to extend your stay in Tanzania if you are holding an electronic permit. Remember that you cannot overstay your travel.
Types of eVisa to Tanzania:
Tourist eVisa to Tanzania
Single-entry eVisa for tourism purposes (holiday, visiting friends or relatives, etc.) Valid for 90 days, starting from the date of arrival.
Note: Citizens of the United States of America can travel to Tanzania and Zanzibar
with a multiple-entry visa only, valid for 12 months, which allows stays for up to 90 days.
Transit eVisa to Tanzania
Single-entry eVisa for purposes of passing through Tanzania to another destination. The maximum allowed stay in Tanzania on a Transit eVisa is 7 days. This document is strictly intended for those travellers whose purpose of entry is only to pass through Tanzania on their way to another destination and cannot be used for tourism purposes.
Tanzania eVisa - Required documents
Tourist eVisa to Tanzania
Citizens of eligible countries must provide:
Scan or photo of the bio-data page of the applicant's passport
Photograph of the applicant (digital)
Copy of return ticket
Transit eVisa to Tanzania
Citizens of eligible countries must provide:
Scan or photo of the bio-data page of the applicant's passport
Photograph of the applicant (digital)
An entry visa or onward ticket to the intended country of destination.
Important things to know before you apply for an eVisa to Tanzania
If you want to apply for an online visa to enter the United Republic of Tanzania, here is some additional information relevant to all applicants:
your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the planned date of entry to Tanzania
each traveller must have a separate permit (including children)
eVisa to Tanzania is not a business visa, nor a working permit
you cannot extend your stay in Tanzania with an electronic permit
filling the application form correctly can save you from delays or issues with the visa approval
eVisas are accepted at the following entry points:
Tanzania International Airports:
Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA);
Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA);
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (AAKIA - Zanzibar);
Mwanza International Airport (MWZ).
Tanzania Landports:
Namanga border;
Tunduma border.
Note: You are also entitled to enter the country through a seaport.
Benefits of applying online
The main benefit of applying for a visa online is that no visits to the Embassy are required. You can complete the application process in a few minutes from the comfort of your home. Use any working electronic device with a stable internet connection and file your visa application.
Applying online using our visa services guarantees:
average processing time of only a few days
99% rate of successfully approved applications
24/7 availability of our support team in case of any issues or doubts
application process that can be completed within minutes
team of experts that carefully check if each application is error-free before submitting it for further processing
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