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India to Tanzania visa requirements

Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Tanzania. Apply online for the Ordinary (single-entry) eVisa before travel via the official portal visa.immigration.go.tz. It costs USD 50, permits a stay of up to 90 days, and is normally issued within a few days (allow up to 10). A holder of an ordinary Indian passport must obtain a visa to enter the United Republic of Tanzania (including Zanzibar) for tourism. The recommended and most reliable route is the official electronic visa (eVisa) applied for in advance at visa.immigration.go.tz. The standard tourist product is the Ordinary Visa, a single-entry visa costing USD 50, valid for entry within a set window and allowing a stay of up to 90 days. Applicants upload their passport bio-data page, a passport photo and a return ticket, and pay online by card. Official processing is stated as within 10 days, though approvals frequently arrive in 1-5 business days. While Tanzania technically still offers visa on arrival at major entry points for many nationalities (India is on the eligible list), authorities and the immigration department strongly recommend applying online beforehand to avoid delays or refusals at the border. India is not a yellow-fever endemic country, so travelers arriving directly from India do not require a yellow fever certificate for mainland Tanzania; however, the certificate is required if you have transited a yellow-fever endemic country, and Zanzibar requires it from anyone arriving from mainland Tanzania. Passports must be valid at least six months. Tanzania is in East Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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
Electronic visa (Ordinary Visa, single entry) applied online in advance; visa on arrival technically available but not recommended
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry available at higher fee)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50 (Ordinary single-entry tourist visa)
consular fee only
Processing time
Officially within 10 days; commonly 1-5 business days
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the window granted; stay up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
As an Indian ordinary passport holder you require a visa for Tanzania. Choose the Ordinary (single-entry tourist) eVisa and apply before you travel rather than relying on visa on arrival.
· Verdict: eVisa· Apply in advance
/02
Gather your documents
Scan the bio-data page of a passport valid for at least 6 months, prepare a recent passport-style colour photo, and have a return/onward air ticket plus accommodation details ready.
· Passport valid 6+ months· Return ticket
/03
Apply on the official portal
Create an account and complete the application at visa.immigration.go.tz/start. Select the Ordinary Visa for tourism and fill in your travel and personal details accurately.
· visa.immigration.go.tz· Ordinary Visa
/04
Upload and pay
Upload your passport page and photo, then pay the USD 50 fee online by credit or debit card.
· USD 50· Card payment
/05
Wait for approval
Track the application status online. Official processing is within 10 days; many approvals come in 1-5 business days. You receive the eVisa grant by email.
· Up to 10 days· Email grant
/06
Print and travel
Print the approved eVisa and carry it with your passport. Present it on arrival; immigration may also ask for your return ticket and proof of accommodation.
· Print eVisa· Carry at entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredPassport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival, with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online eVisa application at visa.immigration.go.tz
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredScanned passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent colour passport-size photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredReturn or onward air ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredUSD 50 visa fee paid online by card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking) or invitation letter
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever certificate if transiting/arriving from an endemic country, or for Zanzibar from the mainland
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved eVisa to show on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
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.
Application link included: Tanzania eVisa Official Portal - Guidelines (Immigration Department)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Ordinary Visa (single entry, tourism)USD 50Standard tourist eVisa, stay up to 90 days
Multiple-entry visaUSD 100Optional, valid up to 12 months for repeat visits
Transit visaUSD 30Only if merely transiting Tanzania (max 7 days)
Total estimateUSD 50USD 50incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At the border on arrival
Technically available to Indian citizens at major airports and entry points, but carries higher risk of queues, delays or refusal; not recommended.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
India and Tanzania have no mutual visa-exemption agreement, so Indian ordinary passport holders must hold a visa to enter.
High
/02
eVisa is the official preferred channel
The Tanzania Immigration Department recommends applying for the eVisa online in advance rather than using visa on arrival.
High
/03
Tourism is a permitted eVisa purpose
The Ordinary single-entry visa explicitly covers tourism, leisure and family visits for up to 90 days.
High
/04
Visa on arrival exists but is discouraged
India is on the eligible list for visa on arrival, but border issuance can lead to delays or rejection, so advance eVisa is safer.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever may apply conditionally
Travelers from India arriving directly do not need a yellow fever certificate for the mainland, but it is required if transiting an endemic country or entering Zanzibar from the mainland.
Low
/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
India to Tanzania route verified
Verified against the official Tanzania eVisa portal and Immigration Department: Indian ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (Ordinary single-entry, USD 50, up to 90 days). Visa on arrival remains technically available but is not recommended.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa. Apply for the Ordinary (single-entry) eVisa online before travel at visa.immigration.go.tz for USD 50.
Can I get a visa on arrival in Tanzania as an Indian?+
How long can I stay on a Tanzania tourist visa?+
How much does the Tanzania eVisa cost and how do I pay?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Do I need a yellow fever certificate?+
/11 — Passport tools

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