Colombia is a major South American travel market with growing interest in African destinations. Colombian citizens need a Tanzania visa, and yellow fever vaccination should be considered carefully — Colombia has endemic areas.
Do Colombian Citizens Need a Visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Colombian citizens require a visa to enter Tanzania. Colombia is not among Tanzania's visa-exempt countries. Colombian passport holders can apply online at eservices.immigration.go.tz or get a visa on arrival at Tanzania's main airports.
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Colombian Citizens
- Valid Colombian passport (Pasaporte colombiano): minimum 6 months validity beyond entry date, at least 1 blank visa page
- Passport-size digital photo: white or light background, JPEG, recent
- Return or onward flight booking confirmation
- Proof of accommodation: hotel booking or invitation letter
- Proof of sufficient funds: bank statement (USD 500+ equivalent recommended)
- Travel itinerary
Yellow fever note for Colombian citizens: Colombia has endemic yellow fever areas (particularly in Amazon, Orinoco, and other jungle regions). If you are from or have recently traveled in these regions, Tanzania may require a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Travelers from Bogotá (a high-altitude non-endemic city) may not be required to present a certificate, but consult a travel health clinic for confirmation. When in doubt, get vaccinated — it provides protection regardless.
Tanzania e-Visa Cost for Colombian Citizens
| Visa Type | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tourist Single Entry | 50 |
| Tourist Multiple Entry | 100 |
| Business Single Entry | 50 |
| Transit | 30 |
Payment by international Visa or Mastercard. Non-refundable. USD 50 ≈ COP 195,000-200,000 at current rates.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
- Visit eservices.immigration.go.tz — official Tanzania e-Visa portal
- Register with your email
- Select "Apply for e-Visa" → choose visa type
- Complete the form with your Colombian passport details
- Upload passport scan and photo
- Upload flight and accommodation proof
- Review and submit
- Pay USD 50 by Visa or Mastercard
- Save Application ID
- Download and print approved e-Visa
Apply at least 3 weeks before departure.
Processing Time
Standard processing: 3-10 business days
Valid for 3 months from issue date. Single entry = up to 90 days. Extensions of 60 days at Tanzania Immigration Department.
Colombia-Specific Travel Notes
Flights from Colombia to Tanzania:
No direct Colombia-Tanzania flights. Bogotá (BOG) connections:
- Ethiopian Airlines: Bogotá (BOG) → São Paulo (GRU) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Dar es Salaam (DAR) or Kilimanjaro (JRO)
- Avianca + connection: Bogotá → Madrid or Amsterdam → connecting to Tanzania
- Emirates: Bogotá (BOG) → Dubai (DXB) → Dar es Salaam (DAR)
Ethiopian Airlines via São Paulo is typically the most direct option from Colombia to Tanzania.
Tanzania for Colombian travelers: East Africa safari is a growing aspiration for Colombian travelers. The Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar attract Colombian eco-tourists and adventure travelers. Colombian mountaineers may find Kilimanjaro (5,895m) accessible given experience in the Andes.