If you are planning travel to Tanzania (including Zanzibar), here is a clear overview of current entry requirements.

Passport Requirements

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival.
• You must have at least one blank page for entry stamps.

Visa Requirements

Most travelers require a visa to enter Tanzania.

Visa on Arrival

Available at major international airports, including Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar.

Cost:

• USD 50 for most nationalities
• USD 100 for US passport holders (multiple-entry visa)

Payment is typically in USD (cash preferred). Notes must be undamaged and issued after 2009.

E-Visa (Recommended)

Apply online through the official website of the
Tanzania Immigration Department:

👉 https://visa.immigration.go.tz

Minimum application time:

• Processing typically takes at least 10 working days.
• Apply minimum 3–4 weeks before travel to allow for processing delays.

Print your approval letter and carry it with you.

Yellow Fever Requirements

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required only if:

• You are arriving from a country with Yellow Fever risk, or
• You had transit longer than 12 hours in a risk country.

If traveling directly from Europe or North America, it is generally not required.

Zanzibar Travel Insurance (Mandatory)

All visitors entering Zanzibar must purchase mandatory inbound travel insurance from the
Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC), even if you already hold international travel insurance.

👉 Purchase online here: Zanzibar Travel Insurance

• Cost: approximately USD 44 per person
• Valid for up to 92 days
• Must be purchased before arrival
• A QR code will be issued and checked on entry

Important:
This policy is a local government requirement and does not replace comprehensive travel insurance. We strongly recommend that you also arrange full travel insurance from your home country, covering medical treatment, evacuation, trip cancellation, baggage, and personal liability.

Return Ticket & Accommodation

You may be asked to show:

• Proof of onward or return ticket
• Accommodation confirmation
• Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay

Customs & Restricted Items

Restricted or prohibited items include:

• Drones (require special permit)
• Plastic bags
• Weapons and ammunition
• Pornographic material

Unauthorized drones may be confiscated.

Recommended Vaccinations

Commonly recommended (consult your doctor):

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Typhoid
• Tetanus
• Malaria prevention

Important

Entry regulations can change. Always verify requirements directly with:

• The official Tanzania Immigration website
• Your nearest Tanzanian embassy