Embarking on a journey to Tanzania involves a crucial step—securing the necessary visa. Whether you’re planning a single-entry adventure or considering multiple visits for various purposes, understanding the document requirements is essential for a seamless application process.
Documents You Need for Tanzania Visa application
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the documents needed for different types of visas:
1. Ordinary (Single Entry) Visa:
- Valid passport copy (biographic data page).
- Return flight ticket.
- Duly filled declaration form.
- Visa fee: 50 USD.
2. Multiple Visa (Director):
- Recent passport-size photo.
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Return flight ticket.
- Company covering letter.
- Copy of company registration certificate.
- BRELA SEARCH Document (Proof of Directorship from BRELA).
- Visa fee: 100 USD.
3. Multiple Visa (Consultancy with Government Ministries/Bilateral Agreements):
- Recent passport-size photo.
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Return flight ticket.
- Covering letter from the respective government Ministry or Institution.
- OR Covering letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation describing the bilateral agreement.
- Visa fee: 100 USD.
4. Multiple Visa (Family Visit):
- Recent passport-size photo.
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Return flight ticket.
- Invitation letter from the spouse or child.
- Attached marriage certificate (if visiting a spouse) or birth certificate (if visiting a child).
- Valid passport or national ID of the spouse or child (if applicable) or valid Residence Permit (if the wife or child is a resident).
- Visa fee: 100 USD.
5. Multiple Visa (USA Nationals Visiting for Holiday/Tourism):
- Recent passport-size photo.
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Return flight ticket.
- Visa fee: 100 USD.
6. Multiple Visa (Other):
- Recent passport-size photo.
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Permission letter from the Commissioner General of Immigration or Commissioner of Immigration, Zanzibar.
- Return flight ticket.
- Visa fee: 100 USD.
7. Business Visa:
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Return flight ticket.
- Visa fee: 250 USD.
- Work contract or proof of the work/assignment not exceeding three months.
8. Transit Visa:
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Visa fee: 30 USD.
- Entry visa or onward ticket to the intended country of destination.
9. Student Visa:
- Passport copy (biographic data page).
- Visa fee:
- 50 USD (up to 90 days).
- 250 USD (over 90 days but not more than 180 days).
- 550 USD (over 180 days but not more than 365 days).
- Covering letter from the host institution/college detailing the course/field and duration of the program.
- An open return ticket.
Visa Application for Referral Cases:
- Apply online at least two months in advance; no on-arrival option.
- Attach an introduction letter and any other document from the host (if applicable).
- If for tourism, obtain a covering letter from a registered credible company.
- Do not start the journey until visa approval confirmation.
- Do not make payments for any bookings or reservations until approval.
Which countries’ nationals need a referral visa to enter Tanzania?
| Afghanistan | Azerbaijan | Bangladesh | | Chad | Djibouti | Eritrea | | Equatorial Guinea | Iran | Iraq | | Kazakhstan Republic | Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan) | Lebanon | | Mali | Mauritania | Niger | | Nigeria | Pakistan | Palestine | | Senegal | Somalia | Sri Lanka | | Sierra Leone | Syria | Tajikistan | | Turkmenistan | Uzbekistan | YemenWhich countries’ nationals don’t need a visa to enter Tanzania?
The following is a list of countries whose citizens can visit Tanzania with just a passport but without a visa.
| Antigua & Barbuda | Anguilla | Ashmore & Cartia Islands | | Bahamas | Barbados | Bermuda | | Belize | Brunei | British Virgin Islands | | British Indian Ocean Territory | Botswana | Burundi | | Cyprus | Cayman Islands | Channel Islands | | Cocos Islands | Cook Islands | Congo, Democratic Republic (Zaire) | | Christmas Islands | Dominica (Commonwealth of Dominica) | Falkland Islands | | Gambia | Ghana | Gibraltar | | Grenada | Guernsey | Guyana | | Heard Island | Hong Kong | Isle of Man | | Jamaica | Jersey | Kenya | | Kiribati | Lesotho | Malawi | | Montserrat | Malaysia | Madagascar | | Malta | Mauritius | Macao | | Mozambique | Nauru | Niue Island | | Norfolk Island | Namibia | Papua New Guinea | | Rwanda | Romania | Samoa | | Seychelles | Singapore | Swaziland | | Solomon Islands | St. Kitts & Nevis | St. Lucia | | St. Vincent | St. Helena | South Africa | | South Sudan | Trinidad & Tobago | Turks & Caicos | | Tokelau | Tonga | Tuvalu | | Vanuatu | Uganda | Zambia | | Zimbabwe |Navigating through the intricacies of Tanzania visa application requires attention to detail and adherence to specific requirements.
By arming yourself with the right documents, you can ensure a smooth and successful entry into this captivating East African destination.
Now that you know everything you need for your Tanzania Visa application, how about getting to know exactly how much your Visa will cost you? and then a step by step process on how to apply for it online!
Start your online Tanzania Visa application by clicking on this link: ( https://visa.immigration.go.tz/start)
