Greek citizens require a visa to enter Tanzania, but the entire application is online. Apply at eservices.immigration.go.tz, pay USD 50 for a single-entry tourist visa, and receive your approved e-Visa by email within 3–10 business days. No visit to the Tanzanian embassy is needed.
Do I Need a Visa for Tanzania from Greece?
Yes. Greek passport holders are not visa-exempt for Tanzania. Greece is an EU and Schengen member, but this does not grant visa-free access to Tanzania — each nationality is treated independently. Greek travelers must apply for a Tanzania e-Visa online or obtain a visa on arrival at a major Tanzanian airport.
Visa on arrival is available at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), and Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). The e-Visa applied before travel is recommended to avoid queues.
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Greek Citizens
- Valid Greek passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond entry date, at least 1 blank visa page)
- Recent digital passport photo (white background, JPEG format)
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or safari package confirmation)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement; USD 500 equivalent recommended)
- Travel itinerary
Tanzania e-Visa Cost for Greek Citizens
| Visa Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Tourist Single Entry | USD 50 |
| Tourist Multiple Entry | USD 100 |
| Business Single Entry | USD 50 |
| Transit Visa | USD 30 |
Payment online via Visa or Mastercard. Fees are non-refundable.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
- Go to eservices.immigration.go.tz and register an account
- Select "Apply for e-Visa" — Tourist Single Entry for most travelers
- Enter your Greek passport details precisely
- Upload your photo and passport bio page scan
- Attach flight confirmation and accommodation proof
- Pay USD 50 by card
- Wait 3–10 business days for the approval email
- Print and carry the e-Visa to Tanzania
Processing Time
Standard processing: 3–10 business days
The e-Visa is valid for 3 months from issue, permitting stays up to 90 days per entry.
Tanzania e-Visa vs Visa on Arrival for Greek Citizens
| Factor | e-Visa (online) | Visa on Arrival |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Apply from Greece | At DAR / JRO / ZNZ |
| Cost | USD 50 | USD 50 |
| Airport queue | Skipped | 30–90 min |
| Pre-trip confirmation | Yes | No |
| Recommended | Yes | Backup |
Greece-Specific Travel Notes
Greek travelers can reach Tanzania via several routes from Athens (ATH):
- Turkish Airlines: Athens → Istanbul → Kilimanjaro / Dar es Salaam
- Ethiopian Airlines: Athens → Addis Ababa → Dar es Salaam
- Emirates: Athens → Dubai → Dar es Salaam
- Egypt Air: Athens → Cairo → Dar es Salaam
Flight time with one connection: approximately 11–14 hours.
Tanzania is a natural complement to Greece's Mediterranean beach culture — the Zanzibar coast offers a similar turquoise-water experience in a completely different cultural setting, combined with Serengeti safari.
Health: Yellow fever certificate required only from endemic countries. Greece is not endemic.