A Tanzania e-Visa rejection does not mean you cannot visit Tanzania. In most cases, the rejection is due to a fixable administrative error. This guide explains exactly how to reapply, what to fix, and how to avoid a second rejection.
Can I Reapply After a Tanzania e-Visa Rejection?
Yes. There is no mandatory waiting period after a Tanzania e-Visa rejection. You can submit a new application immediately. You must:
- Pay the application fee again ($50 USD — non-refundable from the first application)
- Fix the specific problem that caused the rejection
- Submit a completely new application
Step-by-Step: Tanzania e-Visa Reapplication Process
Step 1: Identify the rejection reason
Log into the official portal (eservices.immigration.go.tz) and read the rejection notification. The stated reason is your starting point. Common reasons include:
- Non-compliant photo
- Incomplete documents
- Name mismatch
- Poor document quality
- Missing return ticket or accommodation proof
Step 2: Fix the specific problem
| Rejection Reason | What to Fix |
|---|---|
| Photo non-compliant | Take a new photo at a professional studio |
| Blurry passport scan | Rescan at 300 DPI on a flatbed scanner |
| Name mismatch | Re-read your passport and enter the name exactly |
| Missing return ticket | Add flight booking confirmation to your documents |
| Missing accommodation proof | Add hotel booking or safari confirmation |
| Inconsistent travel dates | Align your application dates with your actual bookings |
Step 3: Gather all corrected documents
Before starting a new application, have every document ready and verified:
- New compliant passport photo
- Improved passport scan
- All supporting documents uploaded together
Step 4: Start a completely new application
Log into the portal, click "Apply for e-Visa" and begin a fresh application. Do not try to amend or reopen the rejected application.
Step 5: Apply earlier than before
After a rejection and reapplication, your timeline is compressed. Apply as early as possible — ideally 4 weeks before travel on a reapplication.
Step 6: Double-check before submitting
Review every field carefully. If name mismatch caused your first rejection, triple-check the name. If a photo caused rejection, verify your new photo against the photo requirements before uploading.
Step 7: Pay the fee and submit
Pay the $50 USD again. This is non-refundable but necessary for a new application.
How Many Times Can I Reapply for Tanzania e-Visa?
There is no official limit on how many times you can reapply. Each new application is evaluated independently. However:
- If you are rejected multiple times for the same reason, you may need to address a deeper issue
- If rejected for a reason you do not understand, consider contacting Tanzania Immigration directly for clarification
- If rejected due to a security or eligibility reason (not document quality), reapplication may not succeed and you may need to apply for a visa through the embassy
What if There Is Not Enough Time to Reapply?
If your travel date is within 5 business days and there is not enough time to receive a new e-Visa:
- Visa on arrival is available at Julius Nyerere (DAR), Kilimanjaro (JRO), and Zanzibar (ZNZ) airports
- Bring $50 USD cash and your travel documents
- Visa on arrival is available for most nationalities
Reapplication Fee
Every new Tanzania e-Visa application requires payment of the full fee:
| Visa Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Tourist Single Entry | $50 USD |
| Tourist Multiple Entry | $100 USD |
| Business e-Visa | $250 USD |
| Transit e-Visa | $30 USD |
There are no fee waivers for reapplications, and the rejected application fee is not credited to your new application.
Frequently Asked Questions
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