Entry rules are controlled by government authorities and can change. Use this page as a preparation checklist, then confirm every requirement on the official Tanzania Immigration portal and with your airline.
Passport and visa preparation
Check passport validity, blank pages, the spelling of every name, and whether each child needs a separate application. Do this before buying a non-refundable regional flight. The official visa guidance states that applicants should use the government portal rather than unofficial agents.
Visa category and eligibility depend on nationality and travel purpose. Some travellers may be eligible for online or arrival processing, while referral categories need advance approval. Do not rely on an old blog list because categories can change.
- Passport used for the booking
- Nationality and country of residence
- Arrival airport or border
- Purpose and length of visit
- Return or onward travel evidence
- Accommodation and host details where requested
Use the official eVisa system carefully
Type the official address yourself or follow the link from Tanzania Immigration. Read the guidelines before starting, keep the application reference, and save the grant notice offline. Check names, passport number, dates, and attachments before submission because corrections may be limited.
A visa approval is not the final entry decision. Border officers still assess entry conditions. Carry the passport, approval, onward ticket, accommodation details, insurance information, and any certificates relevant to your route.
Third-party pages can look official and charge extra. Kilima Trek & Safaris does not collect visa fees or guarantee an immigration decision.
Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar in one trip
Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar are part of the same national immigration journey for normal tourism, but travellers can still encounter document checks when flying or taking the ferry. Keep your passport and travel documents accessible during internal transfers.
Zanzibar may also maintain island-specific visitor requirements, insurance arrangements, taxes, or arrival procedures. These can change independently of the national visa, so verify the current position before departure and again before the final balance date.
Arrival-day document folder
Keep digital and paper copies in separate places. A phone battery, weak airport connection, or lost bag should not prevent you from showing the essentials. Share only the minimum required personal information with the operator.
Your airport transfer driver does not need passport scans or card details. Send flight number, arrival time, names, and a reachable contact. Sensitive documents should be handled through an agreed secure process.
- Passport and visa or grant notice
- Return or onward ticket
- First accommodation details
- Travel-insurance certificate and emergency number
- Required health certificates after professional advice
- Operator and family emergency contacts
Recheck rules before travel
Review official requirements when booking, before final payment, and again shortly before departure. Airlines may apply boarding checks based on transit points as well as destination rules. A change in flight routing can affect document or health-certificate needs.
Kilima can provide confirmed itinerary and accommodation details, but cannot issue legal or immigration advice. The traveller remains responsible for entry permission.
Entry, health, park, airline, and insurance rules can change. Use the official authority or your qualified professional for the final decision.
Frequently asked questions
Can Kilima apply for my visa?
No. We can provide itinerary and host details where appropriate, but the traveller should use the official government process and remains responsible for the application.
Is visa on arrival always available?
No. Eligibility depends on nationality and current rules. Some categories require advance approval. Check the official immigration guidance.
Do children need their own documents?
Requirements can apply to each passport holder, including minors. Confirm the current rule before applying.
Can I use one visa for mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar?
Normal tourism is handled under Tanzania immigration, but internal document checks and island-specific requirements can still apply. Verify the latest official guidance.
What if my flight routing changes?
Recheck entry and health rules for the new transit points and contact the airline if the visa grant dates or arrival details may be affected.