Qatari citizens can apply for a Tanzania e-Visa online at eservices.immigration.go.tz. The tourist single-entry visa costs USD 50 (approximately QAR 182), processing takes 3-10 business days, and the visa is valid for 90 days. Qatari travellers have an advantage: Qatar Airways operates direct flights from Doha to both Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro, making Tanzania one of the most accessible African safari destinations from the Gulf.
Do Qatari Citizens Need a Visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Qatari passport holders must obtain a visa to enter Tanzania. Qatar is eligible for the Tanzania e-Visa program, and Qatari nationals can apply entirely online without visiting a Tanzanian embassy.
The Qatar Embassy in Dar es Salaam (on Dar es Salaam's Ohio Street, near the city center) is Tanzania's mission for Qatari affairs — but for tourist and business visa purposes, Qatari travellers do not need to use the embassy. The entire process is digital. The Qatar Embassy in Dar es Salaam itself advises travellers: "It is advisable to apply for online Visa through https://visa.immigration.go.tz for faster processing during arrival."
Qatari citizens also have the option of visa on arrival at the airports. However, given the direct Qatar Airways connections, pre-applying online is the most efficient approach.
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Qatari Citizens
- Valid Qatari passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond your intended departure from Tanzania, at least 2 blank pages)
- Recent passport-size digital photo (white background, colour, JPEG format, taken within last 6 months)
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Tanzania (hotel/lodge booking or host's invitation letter)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, USD 500 / QAR 1,820 equivalent minimum recommended)
- Travel itinerary for your stay in Tanzania
- Valid email address for receiving the e-Visa approval
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever-endemic country. Qatar is not endemic, so standard Doha-direct routings do not require it.
Tanzania e-Visa Cost for Qatari Citizens
| Visa Type | Fee (USD) | QAR Approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Single Entry | USD 50 | ~QAR 182 |
| Tourist Multiple Entry | USD 100 | ~QAR 364 |
| Business Single Entry | USD 50 | ~QAR 182 |
| Transit | USD 30 | ~QAR 109 |
The Qatari Riyal is pegged to the USD at a fixed rate of 3.64 QAR per USD, making the conversion stable and predictable. QAR equivalents above reflect this fixed rate.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
- Go to the official portal — Visit eservices.immigration.go.tz
- Create an account — Register with your email address
- Start a new application — Select "Tourist e-Visa" and Qatar as your nationality
- Enter your details — Fill in your name, date of birth, and passport number exactly as on your Qatari passport (use Latin transliteration from the machine-readable zone)
- Upload documents — Passport bio-data page, digital photo, hotel booking, and flight ticket
- Review all fields — Check for errors before submission
- Pay USD 50 (QAR 182) — By Visa, Mastercard, or other accepted card
- Save your reference number — Received by email immediately
- Wait for approval — 3-10 business days
- Download and print the e-Visa — Present at the Tanzania port of entry alongside your Qatari passport
Processing Time
Standard processing: 3-10 business days. Apply at least 2 weeks before departure. The e-Visa is valid for 3 months from the issue date, with a maximum permitted stay of 90 days per entry.
Tanzania e-Visa vs Visa on Arrival for Qatari Citizens
| Feature | e-Visa (Online) | Visa on Arrival |
|---|---|---|
| Where to apply | Online before travel | At the airport on arrival |
| Cost | USD 50 (QAR 182) | USD 50 (QAR 182) |
| Processing | 3-10 days | 30-90 mins on arrival |
| Available at | All entry points | Julius Nyerere (DAR), Kilimanjaro (JRO), Zanzibar (ZNZ) airports |
| Recommended | Yes | Backup option |
The Qatar Embassy in Dar es Salaam officially recommends pre-applying online for faster processing. Visa on arrival is available but queues can be long during peak season.
Qatar-Specific Travel Notes
Direct flights from Doha to Tanzania: Qatar Airways operates direct flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH), Doha to:
- Dar es Salaam (Julius Nyerere International, DAR) — approximately 5 hours 30 minutes
- Kilimanjaro International (JRO) — approximately 5 hours 45 minutes
- Zanzibar International (ZNZ) — connected via DAR or JRO
This makes Qatar one of the closest Gulf countries in terms of travel time to Tanzania. Qatari travellers have among the easiest direct access to Tanzania of any non-African nationality.
Currency: Tanzania uses the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS). The Qatari Riyal (QAR) is not accepted in Tanzania. Bring USD cash — it's the most practical foreign currency for Tanzania's tourism economy. At the fixed QAR/USD rate of 3.64, your USD cash is easy to budget. Exchange some at Hamad International Airport before departure.
Qatar Embassy in Dar es Salaam: The Embassy of Qatar in Dar es Salaam is located on Ohio Street, near the city center. For emergencies during your Tanzania visit, Qatari citizens should contact this embassy.
Popular Tanzania destinations for Qatari travellers: Serengeti safaris, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar (beach resorts with halal food options are increasingly available on Zanzibar's northern beaches), and the Selous/Nyerere Game Reserve. Zanzibar's Stone Town has a historically Islamic character that may resonate with Qatari visitors.
Does Qatar issue e-Visas? Qatar has its own e-visa system for visitors to Qatar. This is unrelated to the Tanzania e-Visa you are applying for as a Qatari citizen visiting Tanzania.