Tanzania e-Visa Payment Methods: Complete Guide

The Tanzania e-Visa payment is processed online through the official portal using a credit or debit card. The standard tourist single-entry fee is $50 USD. Only Visa and Mastercard are accepted — American Express and other card types are not supported. This guide covers accepted methods, common payment failures, and tips for international cardholders.

Accepted Tanzania e-Visa Payment Methods

Tanzania e-Visa Fees

All fees are in US dollars. If your card is issued in a different currency (GBP, EUR, CAD, AUD, etc.), your bank automatically converts at its current rate. You may also incur a foreign transaction fee of 1–3% depending on your card.

How to Pay Tanzania e-Visa Fee

1. Complete the online application form at eservices.immigration.go.tz
2. Review your application summary
3. Click "Proceed to Payment"
4. Enter your card details:
5. Card number (16 digits)
6. Card holder name (as on card)
7. Expiry date (MM/YY)
8. CVV/CVC security code (3-digit code on back)
9. Complete any 3D Secure verification your bank requires (OTP, banking app confirmation)
10. Payment confirmation is sent by email

Security note: The payment page uses SSL encryption. The page URL should begin with https:// to confirm it is secure.

Common Payment Failures and Solutions

Card Declined — International Transaction Block

Many banks automatically block unusual international transactions. Solution:

• Call your bank's customer service and inform them you are making an online payment to Tanzania Immigration
• Or use your banking app to authorize international online transactions temporarily
• Then retry the payment

3D Secure Failure

Your bank may require 3D Secure (OTP to your phone, or app confirmation). Ensure:

• Your card is enrolled in 3D Secure
• You have access to the registered phone number for OTP delivery
• Your banking app is active and logged in

Card Type Not Supported

If you only have American Express or Diners Club, use a Visa or Mastercard instead. Most banks issue at least one Visa or Mastercard.

Prepaid Card Issues

Prepaid cards sometimes fail due to billing address mismatches or virtual card restrictions. If a prepaid card fails, use a standard credit or debit card.

Currency Conversion Issues

Some cards block online payments in foreign currencies. Check your card's settings or switch to a card that supports international transactions.

Technical Portal Issues

Occasionally the official portal has payment system downtime. If payment fails repeatedly:

• Try a different browser
• Clear cookies and cache
• Try again after a few hours
• Contact Tanzania Immigration support

Tips for UK, EU, Canadian, and Australian Card Holders

Currency: The fee is in USD. Your card will be charged the equivalent in your local currency.

• UK: ~£40 GBP at current rates
• EU: ~€46 EUR
• Canada: ~C$68 CAD
• Australia: ~A$78 AUD

Foreign transaction fees: Standard bank cards charge 1–3% on foreign currency transactions. To avoid this:

• Use a fee-free international card: Revolut, Wise, Starling (UK), Stack or Koho (Canada)
• These cards process USD transactions at near-market rates with no fee

Is Tanzania e-Visa Payment Safe?

Yes — the official portal uses industry-standard SSL encryption for card payments. Your card details are processed through a secure payment gateway and are not stored by the Tanzania Immigration Department.

Warning: Unofficial third-party websites may not have the same security standards. Always pay through the official portal only. See Tanzania e-Visa scam warning.

Frequently Asked Questions