Passport Health Passports and Visas helps you get your passport and visa fast! Learn more about the visa requirements for your destination.

Do I Need a Visa for Tanzania?

All US citizens must have a visa and a valid passport that is good for 6 months beyond the planned date of departure with at least one blank visa page to travel to Tanzania. A visa for tourist travel to Tanzania is good for 12 months, and it permits multiple entries into the country. Tanzanian law governing visa categories is extremely strict. It is therefore of paramount importance that you apply for the proper category of visa based on the activities you plan to undertake in Tanzania. For example, if you plan to study in Tanzania or engage in commercial transactions, you cannot travel on a tourist visa. If you have the wrong type of visa, you may be fined up to $600.

Sources: Embassy of Tanzania and U.S. State Department

Can I Obtain My Visa for Tanzania on Arrival?

US citizens may obtain a visa for Tanzania upon arrival at a port of entry staffed by immigration officials. However, supporting documents such as a round trip plane ticket and proof of sufficient funds may be requested to support the visa. If you do not have these documents, your visa may not be issued. On arrival visas are subject to lengthy processing times, so it is advisable to obtain your visa in advance of travel.

What Types of Materials Support My Tanzania Visa Application?

In order to apply for a visa to Tanzania, you will need:

• Valid Passport
• Passport Photos that meet the Embassy of Tanzania’s guidelines
• Proof of Travel Arrangements
• Properly Completed Tanzania Visa Application Form
• Money Order

Depending on your age and the purpose of your visit to Tanzania, you may also need:

• Parental Consent Letter
• Copies of your parents’ passports
• Business Introduction Letter
• Invitation Letter

Confused by the document requirements for a Tanzania visa? Worried that a processing delay could impact your trip? Let the experts help! Call for expert visa advice.

How Do I Obtain My Visa for Tanzania?

Call ! The experts at Passport Health Passports and Visas handle the entire process for you. We provide you with a step by step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and hand delivery of your documents to the proper consulate. Once your visa for Tanzania is issued, we pick it up and mail it back to you.

What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to Tanzania?

Make sure your US passport is still valid. It needs to be good for 6 months after the date you plan to exit Tanzania, and it must have at least one blank visa page. If you need to get your passport renewed, we can get your new passport back to you in as few as 1-3 days.

The yellow fever vaccine is also highly recommended for most travelers as a preventative measure, and it may be required for entrance into Tanzania, depending on the details of your travel itinerary. Schedule an appointment at the Passport Health travel clinic nearest to you to get all of the vaccines, medications, and destination specific advice you need to stay healthy during your trip to Tanzania.