Tanzania e-Visa
Everything you need for your Tanzania e-Visa: requirements, processing times and answers to the most common questions.
Official Tanzania government portal- Validity
- Up to 12 months
- Maximum stay
- 90 days per visit
- Entry type
- Single or multiple
Overview
The Tanzania e-Visa is the country's online travel authorisation, applied for and issued before you fly through the immigration eServices portal. Most travellers use the single-entry tourist e-Visa, which is valid for up to three months from issue and permits a stay of up to 90 days for a single visit covering tourism, safari and a Zanzibar beach holiday. Tanzania also issues a multiple-entry e-Visa valid for up to 12 months, and US citizens are required to obtain that multiple-entry visa rather than the single-entry ordinary one, a point worth checking before you start.
Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, so the same e-Visa carries you to the mainland and to the islands without a separate permit. The authorisation is for leisure and short business travel; paid employment, study toward a qualification and residence call for the relevant category arranged through the authorities. The e-Visa is linked to the passport you apply with, and that is the passport you must travel on.
National-park entry fees and climbing permits for the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and Kilimanjaro are arranged separately from the visa and are not part of what you pay here. Your Tanzania e-Visa is prepared in your own language, the correct entry category is fitted to your nationality and trip, and every answer is reviewed for completeness before it is submitted to the Tanzanian authorities, so a simple slip does not cost you a return to the back of the queue.
Tanzania e-Visa questions
How long does the Tanzania e-Visa take?
Tanzanian Immigration Services Department typically issues e-Visas within 1 to 10 business days of submission, the longest standard window in our African e-Visa portfolio. We strongly recommend Rush or Super Rush for trips less than two weeks out.
Is the e-Visa valid for Zanzibar?
Yes. Zanzibar is part of Tanzania and uses the same e-Visa. You may enter through Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar or land borders with no additional declaration beyond the standard arrival card.
Can I extend my Tanzania e-Visa?
Yes, the tourist e-Visa can be extended at the Tanzanian Immigration office for up to 90 additional days. The extension is separate from VisitPass and is paid directly to the Tanzanian authority. Our specialists share the procedure in your confirmation email.
Do I need a yellow fever certificate?
Yes if you are arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever endemic country. Tanzanian border officials may request the certificate alongside your passport and e-Visa. Our specialists check your route against current advisories.
What if my Tanzania e-Visa is denied?
Most denials stem from passport validity or accommodation gaps. Our specialists pre-check these before submission. If denied for reasons outside your control, our service fee is refunded; the government fee is non-refundable.
How long is the Tanzania e-Visa valid?
Single-entry tourist e-Visas are valid for 90 days per visit; multiple-entry visas allow several visits within 12 months. Zanzibar is part of Tanzania and uses the same e-Visa.
How early should I apply for the Tanzania e-Visa?
Tanzania's government processing window is the longest in our African e-Visa range, so apply well ahead of travel. For trips under two weeks away, our Rush or Super Rush review tiers prioritise your application before submission.
Do US citizens need a Tanzania e-Visa, and which one?
Yes. US citizens must obtain the multiple-entry e-Visa, which is valid for up to 12 months, rather than the single-entry ordinary visa other nationalities use. We fit the correct entry category to your nationality and trip so you apply for the right one from the start.
How much does the Tanzania e-Visa cost?
You pay a government fee set by Tanzania, which differs for the single-entry and the multiple-entry category, plus our service fee for preparing and reviewing your application. You pay one all-inclusive price that includes both, with the government portion itemised on your receipt and no hidden charges added later.
Is there a photo requirement for the Tanzania e-Visa?
Yes. A recent passport-style photograph and a scan of your passport bio-page are part of the standard submission. Use a clear, well-lit photo against a plain background with nothing covering your face, and we flag anything that may not meet the portal's requirements.
Do I need to print my Tanzania e-Visa to travel?
It is sensible to carry your approved e-Visa, either printed or saved on your phone, so you can show it at check-in and on arrival. Keep your return ticket and accommodation details with it, as immigration officers may ask to see your travel plans at the border.
Does the e-Visa cover national parks and Kilimanjaro?
No. The e-Visa authorises your entry into Tanzania, including Zanzibar, but national-park entry fees and Kilimanjaro climbing permits are arranged separately and are not part of what you pay us. We prepare the travel authorisation; the park and climb fees are organised through their operators.
Why are Tanzania e-Visa applications refused, and how do I avoid it?
Most refusals come from simple, avoidable errors: a passport with less than six months of validity, a name or passport number that does not match the document, a blurred photo, or missing proof of accommodation and onward travel. We check every field against your passport and flag anything that looks incomplete before your e-Visa is submitted, so you fix it early rather than after a rejection.
Which vaccinations do I need for Tanzania?
A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from, or have recently transited, a country where yellow fever is a risk, and border officers may ask to see it with your e-Visa. Other vaccinations are commonly recommended for safari and island travel, but we do not give medical advice. Check the official portal and a travel-health clinic for your route well before you fly.
Do I need proof of funds or an onward ticket for the Tanzania e-Visa?
Tanzania expects you to show that your visit is planned and self-funded. In practice that means a confirmed return or onward flight and proof of where you will stay, on the mainland or in Zanzibar, and an officer may ask about your means of support on arrival. We make sure your travel details are consistent with your e-Visa so your plans are clear at the border.
Can I get a Tanzania visa on arrival instead of the e-Visa?
Visa on arrival is available to many nationalities at the main airports and borders, but it can mean queueing and paying at a busy counter after a long flight. Applying for the e-Visa beforehand gives you a reviewed application and a smoother arrival, with your authorisation already linked to your passport. We prepare it for you so you travel with the document in hand.
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