Visa Policy
Visa Policy and covers Zanzibar
The Tanzania visa policy also covers Zanzibar, so the majority of travel permits issued allow the holder to visit both mainland Tanzania and the Zanzibar islands.
Citizens of over 150 countries are now able to submit an electronic application for a Tanzania visa online, eliminating the need to visit a government diplomatic office, or wait in line at the border, to apply.
For some territories, a travel visa may not be required as they are listed in the visa-free country list for Tanzanian citizens. These countries usually permit travelers to spend between 30 days and 6 months inside their borders.
Citizens of over 40 countries All other foreign citizens must obtain a visa in order to visit Tanzania. The most convenient way to do this is getting an eVisa through an online application. Some travelers may have to get an embassy visa from a Tanzanian diplomatic mission or a visa on arrival at a border entry point instead
A Tanzania visa on arrival option is only required for citizens of one county. Obtaining one can involve a lengthy wait at an immigration checkpoint for an application to be processed. It is also necessary to pay the visa on arrival fee in cash in US currency.
Tanzania eVisa option eliminates this need and allows expedited entry to the country. embassy visa from a consulate of their destination, or an eVisa through an online application.
Not eligible for Tanzania electronic visa
Those not eligible for an electronic Tanzania visa must apply in person for an embassy visa from the nearest Tanzanian consulate, by making an appointment in advance. It is necessary to indicate the type of travel document the applicant needs for their stay, whether a tourist visa, business visa, work visa, or study visa.
Tanzania Tourist Visa Policy
Roughly 40 nationalities may visit the country for tourism without obtaining a visa, for short stays.
There are currently no Tanzania visa bans in place against any foreign nationalities.
However, all other foreign citizens traveling to Tanzania or Zanzibar for tourism or leisure need a visa.
Although some nationalities may be able to get a visa on arrival for Zanzibar at border control in the country, this can involve long waits. It also runs the risk of being denied entry if there is an issue with the application. Those who are eligible to apply for the tourist visa online generally choose this option.
Although some nationalities may be able to get a visa on arrival for Zanzibar at border control in the country, this can involve long waits. It also runs the risk of being denied entry if there is an issue with the application. Those who are eligible to apply for the tourist visa online generally choose this option.
Those not eligible for these visa options are required to apply for a Tanzania tourist visa from the nearest Tanzanian embassy or consulate.
This system also allows the applicant to pay the fee electronically, while a visa on arrival fee must be paid in US cash currency.
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