Australian citizens need a Tanzania e-Visa to visit Tanzania. Australia does not have visa-free access to Tanzania, and all Australian passport holders must apply online before traveling. The tourist e-Visa costs $50 USD (~A$78), the application takes under 30 minutes, and most Australians receive approval within 4–6 business days.
Do Australian Citizens Need a Tanzania Visa?
Yes. Australian passport holders are not exempt from Tanzania visa requirements. A Tanzania e-Visa must be obtained before departure. Options:
- Tanzania e-Visa (online before travel) — recommended
- Visa on arrival at Tanzania airports — available but involves queues and cash USD
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Australians
- Valid Australian passport — minimum 6 months validity beyond your last day in Tanzania
- At least 2 blank pages for stamps
- Passport data page scan — color, all text legible
- Passport photo — JPEG, white background, taken within 6 months, no glasses
- Return or onward ticket — flight confirmation
- Accommodation proof — hotel or safari booking
- Fee: $50 USD via Visa or Mastercard
Tanzania e-Visa Fees for Australians
| Visa Type | USD Fee | Approx AUD |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Single Entry | $50 | ~A$78 |
| Tourist Multiple Entry | $100 | ~A$155 |
| Business e-Visa | $250 | ~A$390 |
| Transit e-Visa | $30 | ~A$47 |
How Australian Citizens Apply for Tanzania e-Visa
- Visit eservices.immigration.go.tz
- Create an account and verify your email
- Select "Tourist Single Entry"
- Enter your Australian passport details exactly as on the passport
- Upload: passport scan, photo, flight booking, accommodation
- Pay $50 USD with your Australian Visa or Mastercard
- Wait 3–10 business days
- Download and print the approved e-Visa
For full instructions: Tanzania e-Visa application step by step
Flying from Australia to Tanzania
No direct flights from Australia to Tanzania exist as of 2026. Common routes:
- Sydney (SYD) or Melbourne (MEL) → DAR/JRO via Dubai (Emirates), Doha (Qatar), Nairobi (Kenya Airways), or Addis Ababa (Ethiopian)
- Total travel time: 18–24 hours including stopover
DFAT Travel Advice for Tanzania
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) advises Australians to exercise a high degree of caution in Tanzania. Key concerns include petty crime in urban areas and specific security risks in parts of southern Tanzania. The major tourist regions (Serengeti, Zanzibar, Kilimanjaro) have a well-established tourism infrastructure and are visited safely by thousands of Australians each year.
Important for Australian Travelers
Medicare: Australian Medicare does not cover overseas medical treatment. Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is essential for Tanzania — medical evacuation from a remote safari location can cost A$100,000+.
Yellow fever: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from an endemic country. Tanzania recommends all visitors take malaria prophylaxis.
Frequently Asked Questions
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