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Tanzania visa requirements by passport

174 passports can enter Tanzania visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 24 need an online ETA or e-Visa, and 0 need a visa issued before travel.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated

Capital
Dodoma
Currency
Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
Languages
English, Swahili
Region
Eastern Africa

Visa-free (51 passports)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Visa on arrival (123 passports)

You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.

e-Visa required (24 passports)

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Tanzania entry rules: common questions

Checked against official government sources on 23 Oct 2026.

Who needs a visa for Tanzania?

174 passports can enter Tanzania visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 24 need an ETA, e-Visa or embassy visa before travel. Pick your passport on this page for the exact rule.

How much does a Tanzania visa or travel authorisation cost?

Ordinary single-entry visa: US$50. Multiple-entry visa, 1 year (US citizens): US$100. Fees are set by the government and can change; the official source is linked on this page.

Official sources

Important, private service

Visa and Trips is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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