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Tanzanian Ordinary Visa (Single Entry)

The standard single-entry e-Visa for tourism, holidays, visiting family or friends, and other short visits to Tanzania.

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Fee (US$50) and maximum stay (90 days) are drawn from secondary summaries of the official visa guidelines; the official visa.immigration.go.tz pages could not be fetched directly. Confirm current fee and validity on the portal before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Tanzania government website before you apply.
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Official name
Ordinary Visa (Single Entry)
Route type
Short-stay visitor e-Visa
Entries
Single entry
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
Stay granted at the discretion of immigration officers at entry
Fee
US$50 (indicative)
Fee stated in secondary summaries of the official guidelines; confirm the current fee on the e-Visa portal

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals (from countries that require a visa) visiting for tourism or a holiday
  • Those attending meetings or short non-work visits
  • People visiting friends or relatives in Tanzania
  • Not for nationals of the United States travelling for tourism, who use the Multiple Entry Visa

Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least six months with blank pages
  • Passport-style photograph
  • Return or onward travel details and proof of accommodation
  • Completed online e-Visa application and paid fee

What you can do

  • Enter Tanzania once for tourism or a short permitted visit
  • Remain for the period granted on entry
  • You may not take up employment on this visa

How to apply

  • Go to the official e-Visa portal at visa.immigration.go.tz and start a new application
  • Complete the form, upload your photo and passport bio-data page
  • Pay the visa fee online
  • Wait for processing (generally within about 10 working days) and travel with your approved e-Visa

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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