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Tanzania: e-Visa

Tanzania's Immigration Department runs an online visa portal and recommends applying in advance to reduce delays on arrival.

Official site

FeeUS$50 tourist visa (US$100 multiple entry for US passports)From an Aug 2025 tour operator guide; confirm on the portal

Open visa.immigration.go.tz

Source: Tanzania Immigration public notice, via press reports. Last checked 28 September 2026.

Who needs it

Travellers who need a visa. The department says visa on arrival remains available at entry points for eligible travellers.

Key facts

The e-visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue.
Press reports say visitors to Zanzibar have needed mandatory travel insurance since 1 October 2024. Check current rules before you go.
The department urges applicants to use its official website only and not other links.

Watch out for

The portal has been hard to reach at times. Do not use an unofficial site as a workaround, since the department cautions against applying through any other links.

Before you pay

Check that the address matches the link above, confirm the amount on the portal, and never pay a site that adds a large service fee. Our guide to spotting fake visa websites explains the warning signs, and the FAQ covers common questions.

This page is a summary for general information and can go out of date, and exemptions depend on your own nationality, so always confirm on the official portal. See our disclaimer.