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This Visa is issued for multiple entries to a visitor for a period not exceeding three months for the purpose of holidays, tourism, visiting, leisure, short time health treatment or any other activity legally recognized by the Law of the United Republic of Tanzania.
Fill out Tanzania tourist e-visa application form online
and provide digital copies of the following documents:
a
Scanned copy of United States of America passport. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport.
b
Passport-type photograph: must be uploaded to your applicant profile.
c
Itinerary. Copy of confirmed tickets showing entry and exit to and from Tanzania.
Tanzania tourist visas for citizens of United States of America are electronic. No documents need to be mailed to VisaHQ for processing. You will receive your electronic visa via e-mail.
Tanzania tourist e-visa fees for citizens of United States of America
| Type of visa | Validity  | Processing | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple entry | up to 3 months | 10 business days | 100.00 | 59.00 | 159.00 |
Multiple entry
- Validity: up to 3 months
- Processing: 10 business days
- Total cost:
Maximum stay in Tanzania: 90 days
Maximum stay in Tanzania: 90 days
Tanzania visa for citizens of United States of America is required. For more information please contact the nearest Tanzania embassy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tanzania visa
- When will be the start date of the visa and What are the Maximum days of stay in Tanzania?All Visas are valid from the date of issue. 90 days from the date of entry/arrival.
- Is Yellow fever vaccination (Y.F.V.) necessary?It is not compulsory, if you are traveling straight to Tanzania from U.S or just connecting flights from any airports in the World. (If you are entering Tanzania through other Countries, please refer to the visa section of our website for more information).
- Can I apply for a Visa upon arrival?Yes. Tourists/ Visitors may obtain their visas upon arrival at any entry point in Tanzania, but it is HIGHLY recommended that one secures the visa before traveling to Tanzania.
- Can a Visa allow me to work in Tanzania?No, a visa grants you permission to land into the country and NOT permission to work.
- In Visa application form, what do you mean by saying "Means of Financial Support"?It means, the sponsor of your trip (company, organization, employer, family or self-support).
- Embassy in Dar es SalaamLocation 686 Old Bagamoyo Road,
Msasani,
Dar es Salaam
TanzaniaPhone +255-22-229-4000Fax +255-22-229-4970 +255-22-229-4971
United States of America Embassy list in Tanzania
Tanzania Customs
Import Regulations Export Regulations Health and Security Contact Customs Authorities
Allowed
For over 16 year olds:
- Tobacco products 200 cigarettes
50 cigars
250g of tobacco - Alcoholic beverages 1 Imperial pint of spirits
- Gifts Non-commercial amount of gifts and other items for personal use.
- Foreign currency
Restricted
- Live animals health certificate required along with complete and valid inoculations. Contact nearest embassy.
- Plants, foodstuff and seeds health certificate required.
- Weaponry and ammunition with permission only. Contact nearest embassy.
- Medication
- For video/ filming equipment, radios, tape recorders and musical instruments a bond may be placed to assure that the goods will be re-exported.
Prohibited
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Counterfeit items
- Local currency (Tanzanian shilling)
Allowed
- Reasonable amount of alcohol and tobacco
Restricted
- It is advisable to keep all receipts when purchasing locally crafted items
Prohibited
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Counterfeit items
- Local currency (Tanzanian shilling)
- Natural souvenirs, starfish, shells, corals, bones etc.
Basic health information for travelers to Tanzania
- Medical facilities are limited through out the country, especially outside Dar es Salaam.
- All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
Basic security information for travelers to Tanzania
- Instances of crime including muggings and theft have been reported throughout the country and all travellers are urged to keep their passport and other valuables in a safe and secure location for the duration of their visit and should avoid any obvious displays of affluence which could serve to attract attention. Drugging of drinks in popular night clubs and bars is not uncommon and all visitors should exercise caution in unfamiliar and potentially dangerous environments. Sexual assaults and rapes can occur and female travellers in particular should avoid travelling throughout poorly lit areas of the country after dark.
Tanzanian Customs contact information
For further assistance please contact the Tanzanian Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.
- Address Sokoine Drive
TRA Customer Service
Dar es salaam
Tanzania
11491 - Phone +255222127085
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For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Tanzanian Embassy.