Processing Time of Tanzania eVisa

Applying for a Tanzania eVisa helps travellers complete their visa process online before departure and obtain their visa before departure. This guide explains the main processing options, the reasons that can affect review time, and how applicants can avoid common processing delays.

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Available Processing Types for Tanzania

Travellers can choose one of these processing options:

• Normal Processing: 10-15 working days
• Rush Processing: 7-10 working days
• Super Rush Processing: 5-7 working days

Processing Time Explained

Standard Processing

• Choose this option if your travel date is not too close
• It fits applicants who can wait for the standard review period
• No additional fee is charged

Rush Processing

• Select this option if your travel date is approaching sooner
• Faster review than the standard processing option
• An additional cost applies

Super Rush Processing

• Useful when rush processing timelines may not be enough
• Applications are handled before standard priority requests
• An extra cost applies for the fastest processing 

How to Select the Processing Option During Application?

• Step 1: Start filling out the eVisa application form online with your correct personal, passport and general details.
• Step 2: Choose one of the standard, rush, or super rush processing options based on your travel plans.
• Step 3: Upload the required documents, complete payment and submit your final application.
• Step 4: Once processing is complete, your approved eVisa will be issued electronically and sent to your registered email. 

What Influences the Tanzania eVisa Review Timeline?

Payment Confirmation

Your eVisa application is only processed once your payment is confirmed. If, for any reason, your payment remains unsuccessful, processing will not begin.

How to Avoid Delays: Use a valid payment method, enter accurate card or account details, and wait for confirmation

Security & Background Checks

If you have a history of visa violations, overstays, or unclear travel history, your application may take longer.

How to Avoid Delays: Ensure you have a clean travel record and provide accurate information.

Accuracy & Completeness of Your Application

Incorrect or missing information in your application can delay approval. 

How to Avoid Delays: Double-check all details before submitting your application.

Invalid or Unclear Documents

If document scans are of poor quality and unclear, they cause processing delays.

How to Avoid Delays: Upload valid and clear documents only

Additional Requests

Sometimes, for eVisa application processing, further verification and additional documents are requested by email. 

How to Avoid Delays: Check email regularly and respond on time 

Public Holidays 

High volumes of applications and public holidays may affect review timelines, processing, and application updates.

How to Avoid Delays: Apply at least 2 weeks in advance during peak seasons.

What to Do If Your Tanzania eVisa is Delayed

Contact the Tanzania eVisa customer support team for expert assistance with updates on your application and help resolving any issues.

How to Check Your Tanzania eVisa Status

You can track your eVisa status online anytime by visiting the Tanzania eVisa Portal, opening the application status link, providing the required details, and checking your eVisa status.

Can rush processing affect eVisa approval? 

Approval still depends on the accuracy of the details and the documents submitted by the applicant. Rush processing only expedites the application for faster review. 

Content Disclaimer: This information was last updated in May 2026. Please confirm all travel details with the relevant government agencies, embassies, and airlines before travelling.