All travellers whether foreign nationals, Tanzanian citizens or Residents, MUST enter Tanzania through designated (formal) Entry Points. Upon arrival, the traveller will be responsible for:

1. Appearing in person in front of an Immigration Officer with a completed and signed arrival declaration card, and
2. Producing their passport or other acceptable document to an Immigration Officer; and
3. In the case of foreign nationals; they may be required:
4. To show their Visa or apply for Visa on arrival;
5. To show Residence Permit/Pass If they are bonafide Residents in Tanzania;
6. Return ticket or evidence of onward travel arrangement; and
7. Evidence of funds for maintenance (upkeep budget

How to Apply for a Tanzania Tourist Visa (Online Application Guide)

Visit the Official Tanzania Immigration Website

Go to the official e-Visa portal:
👉 https://visa.immigration.go.tz

⚠️ Important: Only use this official government website. Avoid third-party agents or fake websites that charge extra fees.

Notes from Toilo Tours and Safaris

• Apply for your visa at least 3 weeks before your trip.

• If you encounter issues with the e-Visa system, you can also get a visa on arrival at major airports (Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar).

• Toilo Tours and Safaris can assist by providing your invitation or itinerary letter to support your application.

• Apart from the above immigration formalities, a traveller is supposed to observe health guidelines as provided by Ministry of Health in Tanzania from time to time.  Currently there are special conditions imposed for yellow fever and Covid-19. Prospective visitors are advised to read respective guidelines from the Ministry of Health.