Tanzania Visa

Tanzania Visa FAQs

• add remove Do I need a visa for Tanzania from India?

  Indian nationals are required to obtain visas before traveling to Tanzania, for tourism or business purpose. Indians can now apply for an Online Visa to visit the United Republic of Tanzania (both Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar). It is very easy to apply for and does not require sending your physical passport to us for processing.It is the simplest and the fastest way to get your visa. Once your visa application is approved, you will receive the visa copy via email right in your inbox. The e Visa is valid for single entry, good for 90 days from the date of issue for a stay up to the expiration date listed on the visa. Our Visa Experts will fill in the online form, make payment, and submit your application online. Your form will be internally reviewed and processed.Applicants will be notified through their e-mails whether their applications have been accepted or rejected. They may also TRACK their application statuses through the online system or can get in touch with our Experts.

• add remove What is an eVisa?

  An Electronic Visa or "e Visa" is an electronically issued and stored authority for travel to The Republic of Tanzania, which replaces the traditional paper visa process in most cases. You will receive your Tanzaniavisa entirely online – without having to submit your passport for stamping.

• add remove What is the validity of a Tanzania Visa for Indians?

  Its validity does not exceed 90 days for a single entry.

• add remove What is the Tanzania visa fee for Indians?

  The Tanzania tourist visa fee is INR 4,959/-, whereas the Tanzania business visa fee is INR 19199/-. Both the visas are for single entry and the stay should not exceed 90 days.

• add remove What kind of Documentation I need to apply for Tanzania eVisa?

  • Scanned copy of a valid passport. (Please note, passports must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Tanzania)
  • A recent color passport photograph (45mm x 35mm); all photos are to be on a while back ground only, and not altered or edited from its original state.
  • Evidence of proposed journey into and out of Tanzania i.e. ticket or confirmation of your booking from the travel agent.
  • Proof of accommodation for the length of your stay or a letter of invitation from your sponsor.
  • Proof of funds to finance the trip i.e. bank statements for the previous three months.
  • Birth certificate for children travellers

• add remove What are the types of Tanzania visa for Indians?

  • Ordinary Visa:

    This visa is granted to foreign national for the purposes of Visit, Tourism, Leisure, Holiday, attending Conference, Humanitarian and charity activities, Family Visit, Health Treatment or any other purpose as may be determined by the issuing authority. Its validity does not exceed 90 days for a single entry.

  Business Visa:

  Business visa may be issued for a period not exceeding 90 days to foreign nationals who wish to enter in the United Republic of Tanzania for one of the following purposes:
  • To conduct special assignments such as fixing/repairing machines or to run short term training, etc.
  • To conduct short time professional roles such as auditing accounts, making feasibility studies, establishing professionals and business contacts, making arrangements for investments during the startup period etc.
  • To conduct any other short term lawful business-related task recognized by the laws of the country and as may be determined by the issuing authority.

  Transit Visa:

  • This Visa may be issued to foreign nationals for the purpose of transiting through to another destination outside the United Republic for a period not exceeding seven days. The applicant of this visa may be required to provide proof of a Visa of the destination country and/or onward ticket.

  Student Visa:

  • Student visa is granted to foreign national who enters the Country for the purpose of Academic conducts such as Research Students, Intern, Volunteering, EAC Students, Exchange students (EAC and Exchange students are free of charge) and Prospective Students admitted in recognized and legally registered Institutions. This Visa may be issued for a period not exceeding two years.

• add remove What is the Tanzania eVisa processing time?

  If your requirements are complete, the Visa applications will be processed within ten days.Therefore applicants are strongly advised to observe the stipulated time frame while making their applications.

• add remove How will I receive the Tanzania visa online?

  In the legally designated time, the applicant will be notified via e-mail about the outcome of the review application. You are advised to print the electronic visa, to keep on hand and to present to all authorized control officers before, during and after the trip, in particular on arrival at the border posts and during the stay in Tanzania.

• add remove How can I apply for a Tanzania visa online?

  It is a straight forward and effortless process to apply for a Guyana visa online through Akbar Travels:

  • Choose your preferred type of Guyana visa based on your travel type
  • Pay online
  • Submit documents through our pick up & drop service
  • Receive your visa once approved

• add remove How will I be notified about my visa status?

  After submitting the documents to us, applicants are required to wait for approval of their Visa before they start their journey. Approval notification will be sent to their e-mail. Or they can access the Visa Grant Notification by checking the Status of their Visa online.

• add remove When can the earliest possible application be made for a Tanzania visa online?

  We recommend that you apply for your eVisa online at least a month prior to your entry in Tanzania.

• add remove What are the entry requirements after you arrive in Tanzania?

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay period
  • Printed Tanzania eVisa
  • Return ticket to your country
  • Accommodation proof
  • Sufficient funds to cover your stay in Tanzania
  • Detailed itinerary of your trip
  • Documents relating to your business trip (Invitation letter etc)

  Note: It should be noted that the possession of Visa is not a final authority to enter the United Republic of Tanzania. The Immigration Officer at the Entry point may refuse a holder of visa to enter, if he is satisfied that the holder is unable to fulfil Immigration entry requirements or if the presence of such person or visitors in the United Republic of Tanzania would be contrary to the National Interests.

• add remove What are the advantages of applying for a Tanzania Visa online?

  • Tanzania Visa for Indians can be applied online from anywhere, anytime
  • No personal presence of the applicant required
  • Minimum document requirement
  • Convenient and cost effective i.e. lowest service charge
  • Electronic visa can be sent anywhere in the world through Email

• add remove Do I need to obtain a separate e-Visa for persons accompanying me?

  Yes. Each traveller must have a separate e-Visa.

• add remove Can I get a refund if I do not use my visa?

  No. We cannot refund payments for unused e-Visas. The fee is a processing fee.

• add remove I do not want to apply for an e-Visa. Can I get a visa on arrival?

  No. Indians are not eligible for visa on arrival and must apply for the visa before travel. Arriving without a visa constitutes an undocumented traveler. You can be fined or refuse entry into Tanzania.

• add remove Do I need travel or medical insurance plan?

  Applicants are strongly advised to purchase a Travel Insurance to secure their trip in the event of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, flight cancellations, baggage delay or loss etc.

• add remove What is the easiest way to get a Tanzania Tourist Visa?

  Contact our Visa Experts and apply for your Tanzania visa instantly with minimum documents and lowest visa fee. No need to visit our office, no need to submit physical documents and no need to deal with the Embassy. We do it all for you.

• add remove Are you still having doubts about the Tanzania Visa process?

  Please feel free to contact us for all your Tanzania Visa worries. We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more.
  

  Important Notice:

  The information provided here are subject to change without prior notice. For confirmation on visa requirements and fees, you may consult with the Tanzania Embassy or Consulate near you.