Tanzania Visa Guide
Tanzania Visa for UAE Residents – Fast, Digital & Compliant
From the wildlife of Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater to the spice-scented beaches of Zanzibar—Tanzania is a dream destination for UAE travelers. At Zabeel Travel, we streamline your visa process with fast e-Visa processing, Yellow Fever support, and expert guidance—so you explore with confidence, from safari to Swahili coast.
Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or for business (including project oversight in Dar es Salaam), we ensure your documents meet Tanzania’s requirements—avoiding delays at immigration or boarding.
visa Options for UAE Residents
Option 1: Tanzania Single-Entry E-Visa (Recommended)
Official government e-Visa — valid for tourism, business, or family visits.
- Eligibility: Open to all nationalities** (including UAE residents on Indian, Pakistani, Syrian, etc. passports)
- Documents:
- Passport copy (6+ months validity)
- One digital photo (white background, 3.5cm × 4.5cm)
- Confirmed return flight itinerary
- Hotel booking or invitation letter (for business)
- Processing Time: 24–48 hours** (standard); urgent: 4–6 hours** (AED 150 extra)
- Fee:
- Embassy fee: USD 50 (~AED 184)**
- Our service fee: AED 150**
- Total: AED 334** (all-inclusive)
- Validity: 90 days, single entry** (from date of issue)
Prices subject to change, contact us for latest prices.
Option 2: East African Tourist Visa (For Kenya + Uganda + Tanzania)
Ideal for multi-country trips (e.g., Nairobi → Serengeti → Zanzibar → Kampala).
- Issued by: Kenya (apply via Kenya e-Visa portal)
- Fee: USD 100 (~AED 368)** (includes AED 150 service fee)
- Validity: 90 days, multiple entry across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania**
- Note: You must enter through Kenya first** to activate the visa.
Prices subject to change, contact us for latest prices.
Mandatory for ALL travelers** entering Tanzania — no exceptions.
You must present a valid International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV)** at check-in and immigration.
Without it, Emirates, Flydubai, and Qatar Airways will deny boarding — even with an approved e-Visa.
We partner with certified clinics in Dubai/Abu Dhabi for same-day vaccination & ICV (~AED 120–180). Ask us to book your slot.
Frequently Asked Questions (Tanzania Visa – UAE Residents)
General Eligibility & Process
1. Do UAE residents need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes — unless you hold a Tanzanian passport**. All other nationalities (including UAE passport holders) require a visa. The e-Visa is the fastest and most reliable method.
2. How long does the e-Visa take?
Standard: 24–48 hours**.
Urgent: 4–6 hours** (additional AED 150).
We submit within 1 hour of receiving your documents — and WhatsApp you the approval PDF instantly.
3. Can I apply if I’m on a UAE visit visa?
Yes — Tanzania e-Visa does **not require UAE residence**. Visit visa holders, tourists, and GCC residents can apply.
4. Is visa-on-arrival still available?
Technically yes — but highly discouraged**. Long queues (2–4 hours), cash-only USD payments, and frequent rejections due to document errors. The e-Visa is faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
Yellow Fever & Health
5. Is Yellow Fever vaccination mandatory?
Yes — 100% mandatory**, enforced at UAE airport check-in and Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar immigration. No ICV = no boarding. Certificate is valid for life (post-2016).
6. Do infants need Yellow Fever vaccination?
Children under 9 months** are exempt — but must carry a doctor-signed exemption letter. Ages 9 months+ require vaccination.
7. Is malaria prophylaxis required?
Not for the visa — but strongly recommended** for mainland Tanzania (especially Serengeti, Selous). Zanzibar is lower risk. Consult your doctor 4–6 weeks pre-travel.
Zanzibar & Islands
8. Do I need a separate visa for Zanzibar?
No — Zanzibar is part of Tanzania. Your mainland visa covers Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia Island. Just ensure your e-Visa is valid for the full duration of your island stay.
9. Can I fly directly to Zanzibar (ZNZ)?
Yes — but you must have:
- Valid Tanzania e-Visa
- Yellow Fever ICV
- Return ticket (can be to mainland or Dubai)
Immigration at ZNZ is efficient — but strict on documentation.
Family & Group Travel
10. Can my family apply together?
Yes — but each person (including infants) needs a separate e-Visa**. We offer family discounts**: AED 130/service per additional member.
11. Do children need their own visa?
Yes — even newborns. Required: passport (or added to parent’s), photo, and birth certificate copy.
12. Can minors travel with one parent?
Yes — but immigration may request a notarized consent letter from the non-traveling parent. We provide a free template.
Business & Investment
13. What’s needed for a business e-Visa?
Same as tourist — plus:
- Invitation letter from Tanzanian company (on letterhead)
- Company registration extract (if attending board meetings)
We verify and format these — free of charge.
14. Can investors get longer visas?
Yes — via the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC)**, you can apply for a 2-year multiple-entry Business Visa (Class B1). Required: investment certificate, company docs, and board resolution. We assist with documentation.
Entry & On-Arrival Requirements
15. What documents do I show at Tanzanian immigration?
Have ready:
- Passport with printed e-Visa (PDF)
- Yellow Fever ICV
- Return flight ticket
- Hotel booking (for first 2 nights)
- Optional but helpful: Proof of funds (~USD 50/day)
Immigration rarely checks — but missing Yellow Fever = automatic referral.
16. Is travel insurance required?
Not for the visa — but essential** for safari and remote areas. Evacuation from Serengeti can cost >USD 10,000. We recommend policies covering medical, evacuation, and trip interruption (~AED 120).
Extensions & Long Stays
17. Can I extend my e-Visa in Tanzania?
Yes — at the Immigration Headquarters (Dar es Salaam)** or regional offices (Arusha, Zanzibar). Required: valid reason, passport, current visa, and fee (~USD 50). Max extension: 90 days.
18. What if I overstay my visa?
Fines: USD 50 + USD 10/day**. Overstays >30 days may lead to deportation and future entry bans. Always extend before expiry.
Zabeel Travel Services
19. Do you offer doorstep service in Dubai/Abu Dhabi?
Yes! We provide free document pickup and delivery** across Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi — including Yellow Fever clinic coordination and real-time WhatsApp updates.
20. How do I start my Tanzania visa application?
Just WhatsApp us with:
- Passport copy
- Nationality
- Travel dates
We’ll send a quote + checklist within 15 minutes — no obligation.
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