Tanzania eVisa requirements at a glance
Most applicants using this service should prepare a valid passport, a clear passport photograph, travel details, an email address and a payment method. The exact supporting documents depend on nationality, visa type and purpose of travel.
| Requirement | What to check |
|---|---|
| Passport | Valid for at least six months from arrival and containing an unused page |
| Passport bio page | Full page visible, readable and free from glare |
| Applicant photograph | Recent, clear and matching the applicant |
| Travel itinerary | Arrival, departure, accommodation and purpose agree with the form |
| Return or onward travel | Consistent with the requested stay |
| Email address | Accessible throughout processing and travel preparation |
| Payment method | Available for the fee shown before submission |
| Visa-specific evidence | Invitation, onward ticket or other supporting document when applicable |
An application can still require additional evidence after submission. Supplying the core documents does not guarantee approval.
Check nationality before applying
Use the nationality checker before selecting a visa product or paying.
- Visa-exempt: No eVisa application is needed for an eligible ordinary visit. Confirm the current status on Tanzania Immigration's visa-free list.
- Application service available: Continue with the visa route displayed for the passport nationality.
- Application service unavailable: Do not submit or pay through this website; follow the official guidance shown on the country page.
- Referral visa: Prior approval is required and visa on arrival is unavailable. Tanzania Immigration advises applying at least two months before travel and waiting for approval before making non-refundable bookings.
Service availability and government visa status are separate decisions. A service-unavailable message does not automatically mean that the traveler is visa-exempt or barred from Tanzania.
Core documents
Passport
Use the passport you will present when traveling. The passport number, issuing country, issue date and expiry date must match the bio page exactly. Renew the passport before applying if it will not meet the validity requirement for the planned arrival.
Applicant photograph
Use a recent color photograph with the face clearly visible. Avoid heavy shadows, filters, sunglasses, hats and backgrounds that make the face difficult to identify.
Travel details
Prepare the intended arrival date, departure date, entry point, accommodation and local contact information. Dates should agree across the form, flight itinerary, invitation and hotel booking.
Contact and payment details
Use an email address that you check regularly. Save the application reference and payment confirmation after submission. Review the existing fee information before starting.
Additional documents by visa type
Tourist eVisa
Prepare the accommodation and tourism itinerary. A host invitation and host identification may be requested for a family or private visit.
Business eVisa
Prepare evidence explaining the assignment or business purpose, such as an invitation, employer letter, contract, meeting details or conference documents. Conference travelers can use the conference eVisa checklist.
Transit eVisa
Provide an onward ticket and, when applicable, evidence that you can enter the destination country. Transit is for continuing to another country and is not a substitute for a tourist visit. See the transit visa guide.
Multiple-entry tourist eVisa
Provide the supporting documents requested for the category shown in the application. U.S. passport holders traveling for tourism should follow the multiple-entry route displayed by this service.
Children and family groups
Each traveler needs their own passport and entry status. Additional documents can include a birth certificate, parental consent or guardianship evidence. Use the separate children's visa guide and family/group checklist.
Photo and passport-scan standards
- Capture the full passport bio page, including every corner.
- Make sure names, dates and passport number are sharp at normal zoom.
- Avoid glare across the photograph or machine-readable zone.
- Do not crop out the page number, issuing authority or expiry date.
- Upload the accepted file type and stay within the size limit shown by the form.
- Do not digitally alter identity details or the applicant's appearance.
- Provide a translation when a requested supporting document is not in an accepted language.
Application process
- Check nationality and service availability.
- Choose the visa type matching the real purpose of travel.
- Prepare the passport, photograph, itinerary and visa-specific documents.
- Complete the application form using details exactly matching the passport.
- Upload clear files and review every answer before payment.
- Submit and save the reference number.
- Monitor email and respond to requests for additional evidence.
- Allow up to 15 business days under this service, with earlier planning for referral cases.
- Print the approval and carry the supporting travel documents.
Submitting the wrong visa category, duplicate applications or conflicting travel dates can create avoidable delays.
Final pre-submission check
- Nationality and service availability checked
- Correct visa type selected
- Passport valid for the planned arrival
- Passport number and names copied exactly
- Photograph and passport scan are clear
- Arrival point and travel dates are consistent
- Return or onward travel prepared
- Accommodation or host details prepared
- Visa-specific invitation or supporting documents attached
- Email address checked for typing errors
- Fee reviewed before payment
- Enough time remains before travel
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply with a passport expiring in less than six months?
Renew the passport before applying. The application and the trip should use the same valid passport.
Do visa-exempt travelers need to complete an eVisa application?
No, not for an eligible ordinary visa-free visit. They should still meet the passport, onward-travel and other entry requirements.
What is a referral visa?
It is a category requiring prior approval. Referral applicants cannot rely on visa on arrival and should follow the extended planning guidance shown on their country page.
Can I use one application for my whole family?
Each traveler requires their own entry status and documents. A group workflow can organize multiple travelers, but it does not turn them into one shared visa.
What if my itinerary changes after submission?
Contact support when the change affects dates, arrival point, accommodation or purpose. Do not edit an approval document yourself.
Does paying guarantee approval?
No. Payment and document submission allow the application to be processed; the immigration authority makes the decision.
Do I need to print the approval?
Carry a printed copy as well as a digital backup, together with the passport used in the application.
Summary: Check nationality first, match the visa type to the real trip, make every document consistent, and leave enough time to correct any problem before departure.