Visas - Tanzania


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VISA REQUIRED, PASSPORT REQUIRED

OVERVIEW
For US citizens a passport and visa are required for travel to Tanzania. U.S. citizens with valid passports may obtain a visa either before arriving to Tanzania or at any port of entry staffed by immigration officials. The U.S. Embassy highly recommends that U.S. citizens obtain their visas before arriving in Tanzania to avoid long delays at entry points. Medical Alert: Due to a current outbreak of yellow fever, the ministry of health in Tanzania and Zanzibar is taking precautionary measures and has requested that everyone show a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate at all ports of entry. Please remember to carry your yellow fever vaccination cards when entering Tanzania from another country and also when traveling to Zanzibar and all ports of debarkation in Tanzania.

Clarification; For US citizens a passport and visa are required for travel to Tanzania. U.S. citizens with valid passports may obtain a visa either before arriving to Tanzania or at any port of entry staffed by immigration officials. The U.S. Embassy highly recommends that U.S. citizens obtain their visas before arriving in Tanzania to avoid long delays at entry points.

   
 

Medical Alert: Due to a current outbreak of yellow fever, the ministry of health in Tanzania and Zanzibar is taking precautionary measures and has requested that everyone show a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate at all ports of entry. Please remember to carry your yellow fever vaccination cards when entering Tanzania from another country and also when traveling to Zanzibar and all ports of debarkation in Tanzania.

 

TOURIST VISA:

Step 1 - Gather the Following Requirements
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 1.1

Current Passport

Applicant must submit their current passport. Tanzania visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the the original passport is required.
Note: In order to obtain Tanzania visas, passport must have one blank visa page (typically the last few pages of the passport are marked "Amendment" and are not valid for visas) and must be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into Tanzania.

 1.2

Photo Requirement

Applicant must submit two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself. Passport photos can be obtained at most post offices, Kinko's, Walgreens, etc.

 1.3

Proof of Travel

Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as e-confirmation from an airline or Travelocity, Orbitz, etc) showing departure from the U.S. and arrival/departure for Tanzania.

Although applicant may be submitting documents along with other family members, when submitted to an embassy or consulate, applications are treated individually. If applicant is under 18 years old, include the following:
1) Color copies of parents valid passports. If either, or both, parents do not have valid passports, include color copies of driver's license or other state issued ID. If either, or both, parents are not US citizens, include copies of ID and copies of US visa or permanent resident card (Green card).
2) Include a letter of authorization for child to obtain visa and travel.

 1.4

Hotel Confirmation

Applicant must submit a confirmed hotel reservation provided by either the hotel directly or web booking tool (such as an email confirmation) or from a travel agent.

 1.5

Visa Application

Applicant must submit one completed Tanzania visa application. Applications should be printed single-sided and signed in blue or black ink only.
> Click here to complete the visa application

Complete the  It's Easy Order Form (PDF). The form gives our company information which is used to help accurately process your visa order.

Step 2 - Review Visas
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The following visas are available. When completing the order form in the next step you will select the visa you wish to obtain (for detailed explanation of terms, click here) :


Entries

Validity

Processing Time

Embassy Fee

Multiple

1 Year

5-8 Days

$105.00

Multiple

1 Year

2-3 Days

$125.00

NOTE: For emergency situations, please contact ItsEasy for specific instructions.
NOTE: Processing refers to business days in the embassy and does not include service time or shipping.
NOTE: Embassy fees may change without notice. Order placement does not guarantee embassy visa fee.


BUSINESS VISA:

Step 1 - Gather the Following Requirements
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 1.1

Current Passport

Applicant must submit their current passport. Tanzania visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the the original passport is required.
Note: In order to obtain Tanzania visas, passport must have one blank visa page (typically the last few pages of the passport are marked "Amendment" and are not valid for visas) and must be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into Tanzania.

 1.2

Photo Requirement

Applicant must submit two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself. Passport photos can be obtained at most post offices, Kinko's, Walgreens, etc.

 1.3

Proof of Travel

Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as e-confirmation from an airline or Travelocity, Orbitz, etc) showing departure from the U.S. and arrival/departure for Tanzania.

 1.4

Hotel Confirmation

Applicant must submit a confirmed hotel reservation provided by either the hotel directly or web booking tool (such as an email confirmation) or from a travel agent.
If the applicant is staying in a hosts home an Invitation Letter is require from the host.

 1.5

Business Cover Letter 

Applicant must submit a Business Cover Letter (BCL) from a U.S. company. The BCL must be an original signed document on company letterhead indicating the date, duration and purpose of travel to Tanzania, list a contact and address at the host company, and observe moral and financial responsibility for the applicant.

 1.6

Letter of Invitation

Applicant must submit a Letter of Invitation from the inviting party or organization in Tanzania. The letter should introduce the applicant, detail the purpose of the trip to Tanzania, provide dates of the visit and be signed by a company officer with contact details included.
Scanned/printed copies are generally acceptable.

 1.7

Visa Application

Applicant must submit one completed Tanzania visa application. Applications should be printed single-sided and signed in blue or black ink only.
> Click here to complete the visa application

Complete the  It's Easy Order Form (PDF). The form gives our company information which is used to help accurately process your visa order.

Step 2 - Review Visas
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The following visas are available. When completing the order form in the next step you will select the visa you wish to obtain (for detailed explanation of terms, click here) :


Entries

Validity

Processing Time

Embassy Fee

Multiple

1 Year

5-8 Days

$105.00

Multiple

1 Year

2-3 Days

$125.00

NOTE: For emergency situations, please contact ItsEasy for specific instructions.
NOTE: Processing refers to business days in the embassy and does not include service time or shipping.
NOTE: Embassy fees may change without notice. Order placement does not guarantee embassy visa fee.

 


SERVICE & RETURN SHIPPING FEES

  • The Consulate fee is $55.00 for single entry (2 months stay)
  • The Consulate fee is $205.00 for single entry (6 months stay)
  • The Consulate fee is $400.00 for multiple entry (12 months stay) - BUSINESS ONLY
  • It's Easy, Inc. service fee:
    • 5 Business Day Service - $75.00
  • The Shipping fees are $25.00 for Overnight Delivery, $35.00 for Saturday Delivery or prepaid airbill
  • You may deliver the documents in person.

SHIP DOCUMENTS TO IT'S EASY, INC.

    Ship the following via Fedex, UPS, or DHL only:

    1. Money Order, Company or Personal Checks (no starter checks) payable to It's Easy, Inc. for (Consulate fee, It's Easy, Inc. service fee and Shipping Fees). Use chart below to determine price: 
      Overnight
      Delivery
      Saturday
      Delivery
      Prepaid
      Airbill
      Single Entry
      (2 months)
      $135.00
      $125.00
      $100.00
      Single Entry
      (6 months)
      $385.00
      $375.00
      $350.00
      Multiple Entry 
      (Business ONLY)
      $470.00
      $480.00

      $445.00


    2. Valid Passport
    3. (2) Completed Visa Applications
    4. (2) Identical passport-sized photos
    5. Copy of Itinerary
    6. Business letter, if applicable
    7. It's Easy, Inc Order Form

Ship everything to:

It's Easy Inc.
Attn: Visa Department
30 Rockefeller Plaza
Concourse Level
New York, NY 10112

The expected turn around time to receive your visa is usually 5 days. Please note that processing times, fees and requirements are subject to change without notice.