Tanzania Single Entry Visa: Requirements, Cost & How to Apply (2026)

Tanzania Single Entry Visa: Requirements, Cost & How to Apply (2026)

The Tanzania single entry visa — officially called the **Ordinary Visa** — allows a single entry to Tanzania for up to **90 days** for tourism, family visits, leisure, or short-term business. It costs

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The Tanzania single entry visa — officially called the Ordinary Visa — allows a single entry to Tanzania for up to 90 days for tourism, family visits, leisure, or short-term business. It costs $50 USD for most nationalities and can be applied online at visa.immigration.go.tz or obtained on arrival at major international airports.

What Is the Tanzania Ordinary (Single Entry) Visa?

According to the Tanzania Immigration Department's official website (immigration.go.tz/types-of-visa/ordinary-visa), the Ordinary Visa is:

"Issued for a single entry to a visitor for a period not exceeding three months for the purpose of holidays, visiting, leisure, health treatment, studies or any other activity legally recognized by the Law."

Key facts:

  • Type: Single entry (one-time entry)
  • Duration: Up to 90 days per entry
  • Cost: $50 USD (most nationalities), $100 USD (US citizens)
  • Application: Online (visa.immigration.go.tz) or on arrival at airports

Tanzania Single Entry Visa Requirements

Per Tanzania Immigration Department requirements:

  1. Applicant's valid passport — at least 6 months validity
  2. Visa fee — $50 USD (most nationalities) or $100 USD (US citizens)
  3. 1 passport-size photo
  4. Return or onward ticket
  5. Proof of accommodation — hotel booking or host invitation letter
  6. Proof of sufficient funds (recommended, $500+ equivalent)

How to Apply Online

  1. Go to visa.immigration.go.tz
  2. Select "Tourist Visa (Ordinary)" / single entry
  3. Fill in personal and travel details
  4. Upload passport scan and photo
  5. Pay $50 or $100 by Visa/Mastercard
  6. Wait for approval — typically 2-3 business days
  7. Print the grant notice and present at immigration

Cost Table

Nationality Single Entry Fee
Most nationalities $50 USD
US Citizens $100 USD (reciprocity)
Travel document holders $50 USD

Single Entry vs. Multiple Entry

Feature Single Entry Multiple Entry
Cost $50 / $100 (US) $100 USD
Validity 90 days from entry 12 months from issue
Re-entry Not permitted Unlimited
Best for One-time trip Multiple Tanzania trips

Frequently Asked Questions

A: Yes. A Tanzania single entry visa can be extended once at Tanzania Immigration offices for an additional 60 days.

A: No. After exiting, the single entry visa is consumed. You need a multiple entry visa ($100 USD) for re-entry.

A: Yes. Zanzibar is part of Tanzania — the same visa covers both mainland and Zanzibar.

A: Yes. US citizens pay $100 USD due to Tanzania's reciprocity policy — mirroring what Tanzanian citizens pay for a US visa.

A: Standard e-Visa processing: 2-3 business days. Apply at least 1 week before travel.

Related guides: Requirements | Fees | Processing Time

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