The majority of foreign citizens visiting Tanzania for tourism are required to carry a valid Tanzanian visa to enter the country through border entry points. Travellers also have the option to wait in long lines at the border crossing points for a visa on arrival. They would then have to fill out a form, produce all the required entry documents, and pay for the application fees (which vary between $50 and $100 per traveller) in cash.

That is why many savvy travellers choose to apply for the e-Visa for Tanzania online before their departure. The electronic visa allows foreigners to fill out a simple online form from the comfort of their home or office, in just a few minutes.

Therefore, the first thing travellers should do when planning to visit the country is check if they are eligible to apply online for a Tanzania e-Visa. Obtaining the eVisa beforehand by filling out a quick online request helps travellers avoid possible risks and scams associated with waiting in long lines at the Tanzanian border for a visa on arrival.

For the majority of foreign citizens, the Tanzania e-Visa is available as a single entry visa which allows a maximum stay of 90 consecutive days in the country. A Tanzania multiple entry visa with a total validity of 12 months is available for citizens of the United States only.

To apply, it is first necessary to meet the Tanzania e-Visa requirements, which involve having a passport from an eligible country valid for at least 6 months from the date of application.
Eligible citizens can apply through a simple Tanzania e-Visa application form, which takes just minutes to fill in with some personal and passport information. Applicants are also required to provide a current email address at which to receive a copy of the e-Visa, which they can then print to present on arrival at the Tanzanian border.