The Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa costs $100 and is valid for up to 12 months, allowing travelers to enter and exit Tanzania multiple times — each stay not exceeding 90 days. It is mandatory for all US citizens regardless of purpose of visit, and available optionally to other nationalities who need to make frequent trips to Tanzania. The Tanzania Multiple Entry e-Visa is applied for online at visa.immigration.go.tz.
What is the Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa?
According to Tanzania Immigration Services, the Multiple Entry Visa is issued to:
- US passport holders — all American nationals who wish to visit Tanzania for tourism, holiday, or any other purpose must apply for the Multiple Entry Visa. Single entry is not available to US citizens due to a bilateral agreement between Tanzania and the United States.
- Travelers with frequent visit needs — persons whose business or personal circumstances require frequent visits to Tanzania within a 12-month period.
The Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa allows the holder to enter and exit Tanzania as many times as needed within the 12-month validity period, provided each individual stay does not exceed 90 days.
Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa: Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Fee | $100 USD |
| Maximum validity | 12 months from first entry |
| Maximum stay per visit | 90 days per continuous stay |
| Number of entries | Unlimited within validity period |
| Available to | US citizens (mandatory), other nationalities (optional) |
| Application portal | visa.immigration.go.tz |
| Processing time | Up to 10 business days |
Multiple Entry Visa vs Single Entry Visa (Ordinary Visa)
| Feature | Multiple Entry ($100) | Single Entry ($50) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $100 | $50 |
| Entry allowance | Unlimited re-entries | One entry only |
| Validity | 12 months from first entry | Duration of visit (up to 90 days) |
| Best for | Frequent travelers, US citizens, East Africa circuit travelers | One-time visitors |
| US citizens eligible? | Yes (required) | No — not available to US citizens |
Requirements for Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa
The required documents for a Multiple Entry Visa (non-US):
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
- Visa fee: $100 USD
- Passport-size photo: 1 recent photo
- Return ticket: Evidence of planned departure
- Security Bond: Must be filled, signed, scanned, and uploaded. Available for download on the Tanzania Immigration website (immigration.go.tz downloads section)
- Covering letter or evidence: A letter from a host company, family member, or other evidence demonstrating that you will travel frequently to Tanzania. For business-related multiple entry, a company registration document may be required.
Note: US citizens applying for the mandatory multiple entry do not need to demonstrate frequent travel need — it is issued as standard for all US passport holders for tourism and holiday purposes.
Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa: 12-Month Validity Explained
The 12-month validity does NOT mean you can stay in Tanzania continuously for 12 months. It means:
- You can enter Tanzania up to the date that is 12 months after your first entry
- Each individual stay must not exceed 90 days consecutively
- After 90 days, you must leave Tanzania before re-entering (this resets the 90-day counter)
- You can leave Tanzania (e.g., for a weekend in Kenya) and return without needing a new visa, as long as you remain within the 12-month validity window
Example: A US citizen receives a 12-month multiple entry visa on January 1. They visit Tanzania January–March (90 days), leave to Kenya, return in May for 60 days, leave again, and return in August for 45 days. All three stays are within the 12-month window and each is under 90 days — all valid.
How to Apply for Tanzania Multiple Entry Visa Online
- Visit https://visa.immigration.go.tz and click "Apply For A New Visa"
- Enter your email, passport number, passport-issuing country
- Complete personal details (phone, address, employment)
- Enter passport information exactly as it appears on your passport
- Select "Multiple Entry Visa" as visa type
- US citizens: purpose = "Leisure and Holiday" (or applicable purpose)
- Other nationalities: select purpose and upload a covering letter explaining frequent travel need
- Upload required documents including Security Bond (if applicable)
- Pay $100 by Visa or Mastercard
- Wait up to 10 business days for processing
- Receive Visa Grant Notice by email
Special Requirement: Security Bond for Non-US Multiple Entry Applicants
Non-US nationals applying for the optional Multiple Entry Visa must submit a Security Bond — a signed document available on the Tanzania Immigration website. This bond confirms your commitment to comply with Tanzania's immigration regulations during the validity period. Download it from immigration.go.tz, complete it, scan it, and upload with your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
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