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Poland to Tanzania visa requirements

Polish ordinary passport holders need a visa for Tanzania. Apply online for the Tanzania eVisa (Ordinary Visa) before travel — it costs 50 USD, allows a single entry and a stay of up to 90 days. Poland is not on Tanzania's visa-exempt list, so a Polish ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before traveling for tourism. The correct and recommended channel is the Tanzania eVisa (Ordinary Visa), applied for online through the official Immigration Services portal (visa.immigration.go.tz). The Ordinary Visa costs 50 USD, is single-entry, and permits a stay of up to 90 days. The official guidelines page lists visa-on-arrival as a theoretical second option for eligible nationalities, but Tanzania has been phasing this out (widely reported effective 30 January 2025) and strongly directs travelers to apply online in advance, so the eVisa is the reliable route. Passports must be valid for at least six months with at least one blank visa page, and a return/onward ticket plus proof of accommodation may be requested. Official processing is stated as up to ten days; travelers should apply at least 2-3 weeks before departure. The eVisa grant notice does not guarantee entry — final admission is at the discretion of the immigration officer at the port of entry.
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 Visa) — apply online before travel
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
50 USD
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 10 working days (apply 2-3 weeks ahead)
standard track
Validity
Use within validity stated on grant; stay up to 90 days from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Polish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry and has at least one blank visa page.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the Tanzania Immigration Services eVisa portal at visa.immigration.go.tz and create an applicant account. Avoid unofficial third-party sites that add fees.
· Official portal only
/03
Complete the Ordinary Visa application
Select 'Ordinary Visa' for tourism, fill in personal and travel details, and upload a passport bio-page scan, a recent passport photo, and your return/onward flight itinerary.
· Ordinary Visa· Tourism
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the 50 USD fee online by card through the portal's secure payment gateway.
· 50 USD· Card payment
/05
Wait for processing and download the grant
Allow up to 10 working days. Track status online and download/print the visa grant notice once approved.
· Up to 10 days
/06
Travel with documents
Carry the printed eVisa grant, your passport, return ticket and accommodation proof. Present them at the port of entry where the visa is finalized.
· Print grant notice
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredPolish 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 visa page in passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Tanzania eVisa Ordinary Visa application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (within 6 months)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScanned passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredVisa fee payment of 50 USD (card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPrinted copy of approved eVisa grant notice
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
situational
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 Immigration Services – eVisa Guidelines (official)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Ordinary Visa (tourism, single entry)50 USDStandard tourist eVisa for Polish citizens
Multiple Entry Visa100 USDOptional; valid 12 months (mandatory only for US citizens)
Card payment / bank surcharge~0-3 USDPossible gateway surcharge depending on issuing bank
Total estimate50 USD53 USDincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Early application buffer
3-4 weeks ahead
Recommended lead time to absorb referral delays or document requests.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Poland not on Tanzania's visa-exempt list
Polish ordinary passport holders are not granted visa-free entry and must obtain a visa before tourism travel.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival being phased out
Tanzania has moved travelers to the online eVisa system; relying on arrival visas is risky, so apply online in advance.
High
/03
Incomplete supporting documents
Missing return ticket, accommodation proof or a poor-quality photo commonly causes delays or refusal.
Medium
/04
Passport validity shortfall
Passports under 6 months validity or without a blank page are refused at the border.
Medium
/05
Using unofficial application sites
Third-party agents charge extra service fees on top of the 50 USD government fee.
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
Poland to Tanzania route verified
Confirmed via Tanzania Immigration Services that Polish ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (Ordinary Visa, 50 USD, single entry, up to 90 days). Visa-on-arrival is being phased out in favor of online application.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Polish citizens need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Poland is not visa-exempt. Polish ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa — the recommended route is the Tanzania eVisa (Ordinary Visa) applied for online before travel.
How much does the Tanzania tourist visa cost for Polish citizens?+
Can I still get a visa on arrival in Tanzania?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
How long can I stay in Tanzania on the tourist visa?+
What documents do I need for the eVisa?+
/11 — Passport tools

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