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United States to Tanzania visa requirements

Yes, US passport holders need a visa for Tanzania. US citizens must obtain a one-year multiple-entry tourist visa for USD 100. Apply for the eVisa online before departure at the official Tanzania Immigration portal. US ordinary passport holders require a visa to enter Tanzania for tourism. Unlike most other nationalities (who pay USD 50 for a single-entry ordinary visa), US citizens are required by Tanzanian policy to apply for a Multiple-Entry Visa costing USD 100, valid for up to 12 months, with each stay limited to a maximum of 90 days. The recommended and primary route is the eVisa, applied for online at the official Tanzania Immigration Services portal (visa.immigration.go.tz) before travel; the U.S. State Department confirms tourists are issued a one-year multiple-entry visa for USD 100. While a visa on arrival has historically been available at major entry points (Julius Nyerere/Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar airports), Tanzania has been moving travelers toward mandatory pre-arrival eVisas, and VOA queues can be long and unpredictable, so obtaining the eVisa in advance is strongly advised. The Tanzania visa also covers entry to Zanzibar. Passports must have at least six months' validity and one blank page; proof of yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from or transiting (12+ hours) an endemic country.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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 (Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa — mandatory for US citizens)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 100
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 2-10 business days (apply 3-4 weeks ahead)
standard track
Validity
12 months from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and documents
Ensure your US passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry with at least one blank page. Prepare a passport bio-page scan, a passport-style photo, your flight itinerary, and accommodation/tour details.
· 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. Avoid third-party sites that add service fees.
· Official portal only
/03
Select the correct visa type
As a US citizen, select the Multiple-Entry Visa for tourism/holiday. US nationals must apply for the multiple-entry visa even for a single visit.
· Multiple-Entry Visa· Tourism
/04
Complete the application and upload documents
Fill in personal, passport, and travel details, then upload your photo, passport bio-page, and supporting travel documents (itinerary, accommodation).
· Photo· Passport scan· Itinerary
/05
Pay the USD 100 fee
Pay the USD 100 visa fee online by card. Save the payment confirmation and application reference number.
· USD 100· Card payment
/06
Track approval and travel with the eVisa
Monitor your email and the portal for approval (usually 2-10 business days). Print the approved eVisa grant notice and carry it with your passport on arrival.
· Print eVisa· Carry on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
United States -> Tanzania · eVisa (Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa — mandatory for US citizens)
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RequiredUS passport valid 6+ months beyond entry with at least one blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Tanzania eVisa (multiple-entry) printout
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital upload)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation or tour operator booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredUSD 100 visa fee paid by card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient 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
RecommendedApply at least 3-4 weeks before departure
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 sourcesU.S. Department of State — Tanzania International Travel InformationTanzania Immigration Services — eVisa PortalTanzania Immigration Department — Visa Fees
Application link included: Tanzania Immigration Services — eVisa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Multiple-Entry Visa (US citizens)USD 100Mandatory visa type for US passport holders, even for a single visit
Single-Entry Ordinary VisaUSD 50Standard tourist fee for most other nationalities — not available to US citizens for tourism
Visa on arrival (multiple-entry, US citizens)USD 100Same fee if obtained at the airport; eVisa in advance is recommended to avoid queues
Total estimateUSD 100 — USD 100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (apply online in advance)
2-10 business days
Recommended route. Apply at visa.immigration.go.tz at least 3-4 weeks before travel; carry the printed approval.
Visa on arrival
At entry (30 min to 2+ hours queue)
Historically available at Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar airports, but being phased out and unreliable — use eVisa instead.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Multiple-entry visa is mandatory for US citizens
Tanzanian policy requires US passport holders to apply for the USD 100 multiple-entry visa, even when planning a single visit.
High
/02
Applying for visa on arrival instead of eVisa
Travelers risk long queues and disruption as Tanzania pushes pre-arrival eVisas; obtaining the eVisa in advance avoids this.
High
/03
Insufficient passport validity or no blank page
Passports must be valid 6+ months beyond entry with at least one blank page.
Medium
/04
Missing yellow fever certificate
Required when arriving from or transiting (12+ hours) a yellow-fever-endemic country.
Medium
/05
Using unofficial third-party visa websites
These charge extra service fees and can cause delays; apply only on the official portal.
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
United States of America to Tanzania route verified
Confirmed via U.S. State Department, Tanzania Immigration Services eVisa portal, and the Tanzania Embassy in Washington D.C. that US citizens require a USD 100 one-year multiple-entry tourist visa, best obtained as an eVisa before travel.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do US citizens need a visa to visit Tanzania?—
Yes. US passport holders must obtain a visa. Tanzanian policy requires US citizens to apply for a multiple-entry tourist visa costing USD 100, valid for 12 months.
Why do US citizens pay USD 100 instead of the USD 50 ordinary visa fee?+
Can I still get a visa on arrival in Tanzania?+
How long can I stay per visit?+
Does my Tanzania visa cover Zanzibar?+
How early should I apply for the eVisa?+
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