Do I need a visa to visit Tanzania?

Most international travelers will need a visa to travel to Tanzania. Your visa can be requested online through the official visa website from the Tanzanian government. Please note that this is the only official link for Tanzania visa applications.

It is also possible to get a tourist or business visa for a single entry on arrival at the main ports of entry to Tanzania. This visa for Tanzania is valid for three months. You may be asked to provide proof of your return journey, and costs are $50 per person, US Citizens $100 per person.

It is entirely your choice on whether you would prefer to get it online beforehand or get it on arrival.

Passport Requirements

Passports should have at least six months of validity after the final day of travel.

What Vaccinations are need for Tanzania?

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is only required for travellers one year of age and older coming from – or who are in airport transit for more than 12 hours within – a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

In addition to standard vaccinations such as MMR and TDP, the CDC and WHO recommend vaccinations for Tanzania, such as Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and typhoid. Yellow fever and rabies vaccinations are also recommended depending on the traveller’s activities. As of January 2023 there are no more COVID-19 restrictions in Tanzania, and vaccinations or PCR-tests are no longer necessary before traveling.

As with all international travel, we always advise you to consult your physician for professional health advice before traveling to Tanzania.

What currency is used in Tanzania?

The local currency is the Tanzanian shilling, although dollars and euros are also accepted in most places in Tanzania. Card payment will be available in some places so it is advised that upon arrival at the airport, you should exchange small amounts of your currency to the local currency depending on the length of your trip.

What to pack on my trip?

Refer to our packing list here.