Tanzania Tourist Visa for Indians

Tanzania offers a structured set of visa categories based on purpose of visit and duration of stay. Below is a complete breakdown of all visa types available to Indian passport holders in 2026:

Note: Travel Saga Holidays exclusively processes the Ordinary/Tourist Visa (Single Entry) via e-Visa for Indian applicants. For all other visa categories, we recommend contacting the Tanzania Immigration Services Department directly at visa.immigration.go.tz or the nearest Tanzania High Commission.

Our pricing is fixed, transparent, and built to deliver maximum value. Here is exactly what your Tanzania tourist visa for Indians costs when you apply through Travel Saga Holidays:

Note: The Tanzania government’s official e-Visa fee is USD 50 (approximately ₹4,200–₹4,300) for Indian nationals, payable directly on the Tanzania Immigration portal at the time of application. This fee is paid to the Tanzania government and is separate from the Travel Saga Holidays service fee. Your total estimated spend including both fees will be approximately ₹11,700–₹11,800.

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The processing time for a Tanzania tourist visa for Indians is 5 to 10 working days from the date of successful e-Visa application submission on the Tanzania Immigration portal.

Key facts for 2026:

• Processing begins only after your complete application — including payment and all required documents — is successfully submitted on the portal
• Incomplete applications or incorrect document uploads are the primary cause of processing delays and rejections
• The Tanzania Immigration portal issues a unique User ID number upon application submission — Travel Saga Holidays uses this to track your application status and keep you updated throughout the process
• Express processing is available through the portal for faster turnaround — Travel Saga Holidays provides full advisory on whether this option is suitable for your travel timeline
• Do not purchase non-refundable flight tickets until your e-Visa is confirmed and received via email

Apply at least 2–3 weeks before your travel date to allow sufficient buffer for processing, any follow-up requirements, and Yellow Fever certificate verification.

Knowing what your Tanzania tourist visa actually allows you to do is essential before you book your safari or beach holiday.

• Visa Validity: 90 days from the date of issue
• Permitted Length of Stay: Up to 90 days per visit
• Entry Type: Single Entry

Your e-Visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. Once you enter Tanzania, you may stay for a continuous period of up to 90 days. The single-entry nature of the Ordinary Tourist Visa means that once you exit Tanzania — including to Zanzibar, which is part of Tanzania but check current cross-border rules — your visa may be considered used.

The Tanzania visit visa for Indians is issued electronically and must be presented at the port of entry either digitally on your device or as a printed copy alongside your valid Indian passport.

The following is the standard document checklist for the Tanzania tourist visa for Indians under the Ordinary/Tourist e-Visa category in 2026:

• Valid Indian passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond the intended travel date; at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps)
• Completed e-Visa application form submitted via visa.immigration.go.tz
• Recent digital passport-size photograph (as per Tanzania Immigration specifications)
• Scanned copy of the biographical data page of your passport
• Confirmed or tentative return flight bookings (itinerary with dates)
• Hotel bookings or confirmed accommodation proof for the full duration of stay in Tanzania
• Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for Indian nationals — issued by a registered vaccination centre in India)
• Bank statements for the last 3–6 months (demonstrating sufficient funds to support your stay)
• Proof of sufficient funds (minimum USD 50 per day of stay is the general benchmark recommended by Tanzania Immigration)
• Travel insurance covering Tanzania (recommended)
• e-Visa government fee payment confirmation (USD 50, paid on the portal)

Additional Documents

• For travellers visiting Zanzibar: verify current entry rules separately as immigration checkpoints between mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar may require additional documentation
• For travellers on safari packages: safari booking confirmation letters from licensed tour operators add credibility to your application
• For applicants visiting family or friends: invitation letter from the host in Tanzania with their proof of residence and legal status in the country

For Minors

• Birth certificate of the minor (scanned copy for e-Visa application)
• Passport copies of both parents
• School bonafide certificate
• If travelling without one or both parents: notarised consent letter from the absent parent(s)
• Custody documents if applicable (single-parent cases)
• Yellow Fever vaccination certificate for the minor (mandatory)

Photo Requirements

• Format: JPEG/JPG for online upload
• White or plain light background
• Taken within the last 6 months
• Full face visible, no glasses, no headwear (except for religious reasons)
• Neutral expression, mouth closed
• File size must meet Tanzania Immigration portal upload specifications (typically under 2MB)

Follow this exact process to apply for a Tanzania visit visa for Indians through Travel Saga Holidays:

Step 1 — Contact Travel Saga Holidays Reach out via travelsagaholidays.in or call us directly. Share your travel dates and passport details for an initial review.

Step 2 — Document Collection Our team sends you a customised document checklist based on your profile. You collect and share all required documents and photographs digitally.

Step 3 — Yellow Fever Advisory We brief you fully on the mandatory Yellow Fever vaccination requirement — including recommended vaccination centres in your city and the format in which your certificate must be presented.

Step 4 — e-Visa Application Filing We complete and submit your official e-Visa application on the Tanzania Immigration portal — visa.immigration.go.tz — accurately and completely, including all personal details, travel information, and document uploads.

Step 5 — Government Fee Payment We guide you through the USD 50 government e-Visa fee payment on the portal. This is paid directly to Tanzania Immigration and is separate from our service fee.

Step 6 — Document Review Before Submission We conduct a thorough end-to-end review of your application and all uploaded documents before final submission — eliminating avoidable errors that cause delays or rejections.

Step 7 — User ID Tracking Upon successful submission, the portal generates a unique User ID number. Travel Saga Holidays uses this ID to monitor your application status throughout the 5–10 working day processing period.

Step 8 — Express Processing Advisory (if required) If your travel date is close, we advise you on the express processing option available through the Tanzania Immigration portal.

Step 9 — e-Visa Delivery Once approved, your Tanzania e-Visa is delivered to your registered email address. We verify the visa details for accuracy and brief you on how to present it at the port of entry in Tanzania.

A strong Tanzania tourist visa for Indians is built on financial credibility, clear travel intent, and complete documentation. Tanzania Immigration evaluates applications based on:

• Adequate funds: You must demonstrate the ability to fund your trip. The general benchmark is a minimum of USD 50 per day of stay — supported by clean, consistent bank statements
• Clear travel purpose: A confirmed safari booking, hotel reservation, or tour package adds significant credibility to your application
• Valid Yellow Fever certificate: Missing or expired vaccination documentation is an instant red flag and can result in denial of entry even if your visa is approved
• Clean immigration history: No overstays, no prior visa rejections in Tanzania or other countries, no criminal record
• Consistent documentation: Every document in your application must tell the same story — inconsistencies between your passport, bookings, and financial statements raise red flags
• Travel insurance: While not officially mandatory, it demonstrates responsible travel planning and adds a credibility layer to your profile

Timing your Tanzania visa application correctly protects your money and your travel plan.

• Ideal window: Apply 2–3 weeks before your travel date to allow for the full 5–10 working day processing period plus buffer time
• Peak season advisory: Tanzania’s peak safari seasons fall between June–October (dry season) and January–February. Application volumes are higher during these periods — apply at least 3–4 weeks in advance
• Yellow Fever vaccination timing: The Yellow Fever vaccine takes 10 days to become effective and the certificate is valid for life. Get vaccinated well before your application if you have not already
• Do not book non-refundable flights before your visa is approved — the e-Visa is not guaranteed until you receive the approval email
• Use express processing if your travel date is within 2 weeks — Travel Saga Holidays will advise on this option during your consultation

Tanzania e-Visa rejections for Indian applicants are preventable in almost every case. The most common reasons include:

• Missing or expired Yellow Fever vaccination certificate — the single most common cause of entry denial for Indian travellers
• Incorrect or incomplete information on the e-Visa application form
• Blurry, improperly sized, or non-compliant photograph upload
• Insufficient proof of funds to cover the cost of stay
• No confirmed accommodation or hotel bookings for the trip duration
• Passport with less than 6 months validity beyond the intended travel date
• Inconsistency between travel dates on the application and flight or hotel bookings
• Previous immigration violations or overstays in Tanzania or other countries
• Application submitted too close to travel date without using express processing
• Payment failure or incomplete government fee transaction on the portal

Every one of these errors is caught and corrected by Travel Saga Holidays before your application is submitted.

• Get your Yellow Fever vaccination done immediately — do not delay this under any circumstances
• Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages before applying
• Use accurate, consistent information across your application form, passport, and supporting documents
• Upload clear, high-resolution scans — blurry or dark document scans are a common cause of processing delays
• Confirm your accommodation and have a realistic, bookable itinerary before you apply
• Maintain a bank balance that demonstrates your ability to fund at least USD 50 per day of stay
• Apply through Travel Saga Holidays to eliminate avoidable form errors and document issues before submission
• Track your application via your User ID number — Travel Saga Holidays does this for you throughout the process
• Print a physical copy of your approved e-Visa to carry alongside your passport at the port of entry