Citizens of Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) must obtain a visa before entering Tanzania and must also carry a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. Apply online at eservices.immigration.go.tz for USD 50 (single-entry tourist visa). Processing takes 3–10 business days.
Do Ivorian Citizens Need a Visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Côte d'Ivoire is not among Tanzania's visa-exempt countries. Ivorian passport holders must obtain a Tanzania e-Visa before departure or a visa on arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), or Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ).
Additionally, because Côte d'Ivoire is classified as a yellow fever endemic country, Tanzania requires all Ivorian travelers to present a valid International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card) on arrival.
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Ivorian Citizens
- Valid Ivorian 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 invitation letter)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement; USD 500 equivalent recommended)
- Travel itinerary
- Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate (required — Côte d'Ivoire is endemic)
Tanzania e-Visa Cost for Ivorian 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
- Visit eservices.immigration.go.tz and create an account
- Select "Apply for e-Visa" (Tourist Single Entry)
- Enter Ivorian passport details precisely
- Upload passport photo and bio page scan
- Attach flight and accommodation documents
- Pay USD 50 by international card
- Wait for approval (3–10 business days)
- Print the e-Visa and carry it with your yellow fever certificate to Tanzania
Processing Time
Standard processing: 3–10 business days. The e-Visa is valid for 3 months from issue, with stays up to 90 days.
Côte d'Ivoire-Specific Travel Notes
SERP data limited for this nationality.
Flights from Abidjan (ABJ) to Tanzania typically connect through Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines), or Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc). Flight time including connection: approximately 8–14 hours.
Both Côte d'Ivoire and Tanzania are significant African wildlife destinations, but with different profiles. Ivorian travelers will find Tanzania's savanna-based big five wildlife very different from West Africa's rainforest-dominated biodiversity.
Yellow fever (important): Côte d'Ivoire is classified as a yellow fever endemic country by the WHO. Tanzania will require proof of vaccination before admission. Ensure your yellow fever vaccination is at least 10 days before departure. The vaccine is valid for life.
Malaria: Also present in Tanzania. Prophylaxis recommended.