Libyan citizens must obtain a visa before entering Tanzania. The Tanzania e-Visa portal allows the full application online — no embassy visit required. Apply at eservices.immigration.go.tz for USD 50 (single-entry tourist visa) and receive approval within 3–10 business days.
Payment note for Libyan applicants: The Tanzania e-Visa portal accepts international Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards. Given that access to international banking can be variable in Libya, travelers should ensure they have a card that is enabled for international online payments before starting the application.
Do Libyan Citizens Need a Visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Libya is not among Tanzania's visa-exempt countries. Libyan passport holders must apply for a Tanzania e-Visa online or obtain a visa on arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), or Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ).
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Libyan Citizens
- Valid Libyan 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
Tanzania e-Visa Cost for Libyan 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 international 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 Libyan passport details precisely
- Upload passport photo and bio page scan
- Attach flight and accommodation documents
- Pay USD 50 by card (ensure your card is internationally enabled)
- Wait for approval (3–10 business days)
- Print and carry e-Visa 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.
Libya-Specific Travel Notes
SERP data limited for this nationality.
Flights from Tripoli (TIP) to Tanzania connect through Cairo (Egypt Air), Istanbul (Turkish Airlines), or Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines). Total travel time: approximately 10–14 hours.
Tanzania's Zanzibar archipelago has strong cultural and historical connections to the Arab world — Stone Town's Omani Arab architecture and Swahili-Arab heritage resonate particularly with North African and Middle Eastern travelers.
Health: Yellow fever certificate required only if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country. Libya is not endemic; no certificate required for direct travel. Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for mainland Tanzania.