To visit Tanzania, choose the eVisa type that matches the purpose of your visit, whether tourism, business, or another approved category. Each visa type carries specific conditions and permitted uses. Select the one that reflects your actual plans.
Available eVisa Types for Tanzania
These are the main eVisa categories available for Tanzania. Review each type and select the one that fits your travel purpose.
1. Tanzania Transit Visa
The Tanzania Transit Visa applies to travellers passing through Tanzania on their way to another country.
This visa covers transit only. It does not permit tourism or extended stays in Tanzania.
- Entry: Single-entry eVisa
- Max Stay: Up to 7 days
- Validity: 7 days
2. Tanzania Tourism eVisa
The Tanzania Tourism eVisa suits travellers visiting for leisure, sightseeing, or cultural activities during their stay.
This visa does not permit paid activities, business meetings, or transit use.
- Entry Type: Single
- Max. Stay: 90 Days
- Validity: 90 Days
Tourism eVisa Purposes
- Short-term tourism and sightseeing
- Leisure travel
- Exploring cultural sites and local markets
- Nature visits and outdoor activities
3. Tanzania Ordinary eVisa
The Tanzania Ordinary eVisa covers short-term visits, including family visits and attendance at workshops.
Holders of this visa may not engage in any form of employment in Tanzania.
- Entry Type: Single entry only
- Max. Stay: Up to 90 Days
- Validity: 90 Days from issuance
Ordinary eVisa Purposes
- Exhibitions and trade fairs organised by Government and Private Institutions
- Visiting friends and relatives
- Health treatment
- Charity and humanitarian activities
- Holiday and leisure
- Meetings and workshops
- Family visits
4. Tanzania Multiple-Entry eVisa
The Tanzania Multiple-Entry eVisa suits travellers who visit Tanzania on a frequent basis. It permits stays of up to 3 months per visit, within a 12-month validity period.
Holders may enter Tanzania multiple times throughout the validity period.
Multiple-Entry eVisa Purposes
- Serving as a director of a company registered in Tanzania
- Regular family visits
- Consultancy with registered companies, NGOs, and other institutions
5. Tanzania Business eVisa
The Tanzania Business eVisa applies to foreign nationals conducting short-term business activities in Tanzania.
This visa does not permit charity work, humanitarian activities, or participation in any paid services within Tanzania.
It carries a 90-day validity with a maximum stay of up to 90 days.
Business eVisa Purposes
- Technical activities with registered private companies and institutions
- Business consultancy
- Academic purposes
- Facilitating trade in services
- Setting up a business
- Implementation of technical and service contracts
- Business research
- Pre-skills testing
- Managing a limited company
Document Requirements for Tanzania eVisa
The following documents are required for all Tanzania eVisa types.
- Passport: A scanned bio page of a valid passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity
- Photograph: A recent digital photograph that matches the applicant's current appearance
- Flight Ticket: A confirmed round-trip ticket showing entry and exit details for Tanzania
Review the full list of Tanzania eVisa document requirements based on your nationality and eVisa type before you apply.
Apply for Your Tanzania eVisa in 3 Steps
Step 1
Complete the application form with your personal, passport, and travel details.
Step 2
Upload your documents, pay the Tanzania eVisa fee, and receive a confirmation email.
Step 3
Track your eVisa status and receive your approved eVisa at the same email address.
Priority Processing
To receive your eVisa sooner, select the "super rush" processing option during your application. Expedited processing is available for all Tanzania eVisa types at an additional fee.
Content Disclaimer: While this information was last updated in May 2026, we advise you to check with the relevant agencies, embassies, and airlines to verify the accuracy of your travel plans.
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