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Germany to Tanzania visa requirements

German ordinary passport holders need a visa for Tanzania. The recommended route is the online eVisa (Ordinary/Tourist Visa), applied for before departure at the official portal visa.immigration.go.tz. It costs USD 50, allows a single entry, and permits stays of up to 90 days. Germany is a visa-required nationality for Tanzania, and the standard channel is now the electronic visa (eVisa) obtained in advance through the Tanzania Immigration Department portal at visa.immigration.go.tz. German citizens qualify for the Ordinary (Single Entry) Visa for tourism, priced at USD 50, valid for a stay of up to 90 days. Tanzania has been pushing all eligible travelers toward the pre-departure eVisa rather than visa-on-arrival; while VOA remains technically available at major entry points (Julius Nyerere International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, Zanzibar, and key land borders) for most nationalities, the immigration authority strongly recommends applying for the eVisa beforehand to avoid delays and the risk of refused boarding by airlines. Processing is officially up to 10 working days. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry, and applicants must upload a passport bio-page, a return/onward ticket, and a recent color photo. Note that the eVisa covers both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (Ordinary / Tourist Single-Entry Visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 10 working days (often 2-10 business days)
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for entry within the period granted; 90-day stay; passport must be valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eVisa eligibility and passport validity
Check that your German ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of entry into Tanzania and has a blank page. German citizens qualify for the Ordinary Single-Entry tourist eVisa.
· 6-month passport validity· Ordinary Visa category
/02
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the Tanzania Immigration Department eVisa site at visa.immigration.go.tz and select New Application. Avoid third-party agents that charge mark-ups.
· visa.immigration.go.tz· Official portal only
/03
Complete the online application form
Fill in personal, passport, and travel details, selecting Ordinary Visa for tourism. Provide your intended entry point (e.g. Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam, or Zanzibar) and accommodation details.
· Tourism purpose· Single entry
/04
Upload supporting documents
Upload a scan of your passport biographic-data page, a recent color passport-style photo (45mm x 35mm, JPG, max 500KB), and a return/onward flight ticket.
· Passport bio page· Return ticket· Photo 45x35mm
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the USD 50 Ordinary Visa fee by card through the secure portal and submit the application. Save the application reference number.
· USD 50· Card payment
/06
Receive and print the Visa Grant Notice
Track status by email/portal. Once approved, download and print the Visa Grant Notice and carry it with your passport; immigration will stamp the visa on arrival.
· Print Grant Notice· Present on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Germany -> Tanzania · eVisa (Ordinary / Tourist Single-Entry Visa)
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RequiredGerman ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved eVisa Grant Notice (printed copy)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent color passport photo (45mm x 35mm, JPG, max 500KB)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation / hotel or tour booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from / transiting an endemic country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering Tanzania
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedApply at least 2-3 weeks before travel to allow processing
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesTanzania eVisa Official Portal (Immigration Dept) - GuidelinesTanzania Immigration Department - Visa FeesTanzania Embassy Berlin - Visa Information
Application link included: Tanzania eVisa Official Portal (Immigration Dept) - Guidelines
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Ordinary (Tourist) Single-Entry eVisaUSD 50Standard tourist visa for German citizens; up to 90-day stay
Multiple-Entry Visa (optional)USD 10012-month validity, max 90 consecutive days per stay; only if multiple trips needed
Transit Visa (if applicable)USD 30For transit stays of up to 7 days
Total estimateUSD 50 — USD 50incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online eVisa (apply in advance)
Up to 10 working days
Apply at visa.immigration.go.tz before departure; recommended channel and required by many airlines for boarding.
Visa on arrival (limited / discouraged)
At the border, subject to queues
Technically still available to most nationalities at major airports and borders, but the immigration authority advises obtaining the eVisa beforehand to avoid delays or refused boarding.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Germany is a visa-required nationality for Tanzania
German ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt and must hold a valid visa to enter Tanzania, including Zanzibar.
High
/02
eVisa is the standard pre-departure channel
Tanzania directs eligible travelers to apply online via the official Immigration Department portal before travel.
High
/03
Airlines often require the visa before boarding
Carriers commonly check for a valid eVisa Grant Notice at check-in, so arriving without one risks being denied boarding.
Medium
/04
Visa-on-arrival reliability has been reduced
Authorities have been steering travelers toward the eVisa, making VOA less dependable and subject to delays.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Germany to Tanzania route verified
Verified against the official Tanzania Immigration Department eVisa portal: German ordinary passport holders require an Ordinary Single-Entry eVisa (USD 50, up to 90-day stay), applied for in advance; visa-on-arrival is discouraged in favor of the eVisa.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do German citizens need a visa for Tanzania?—
Yes. German ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa. The recommended route is the online eVisa (Ordinary Single-Entry Visa), applied for before departure at visa.immigration.go.tz.
How much does the Tanzania tourist eVisa cost for Germans?+
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