Tanzania, United Republic of
General visa requirements for travelling to Tanzania, United Republic of. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Business visa (Business Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 5-10 business days
- Fee
- $250 USD
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Business visa for professional engagements, business meetings, conferences, and trade activities. Single entry valid for up to 90 days.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Business meetings, conferences, trade negotiations, professional engagements
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-sized photograph, recent color photo with white background
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from Tanzanian host company or institution addressed to Commissioner General of Immigration, including details of business purpose and duration
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Tanzania e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.immigration.go.tz/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit/debit card online; Amount: $250 USD
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Company registration
Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.
Accepted documents: Business License or Certificate of Incorporation of host company
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather invitation letter from Tanzanian host company, host company registration documents, work contract or covering letter, and company letter of intent
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Online application
Complete online application form at visa.immigration.go.tz and upload required business documents
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee of $250 USD online using credit or debit card
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Business visa applications typically take 5-10 business days
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Visa collection
Receive e-Visa approval via email. Print the grant notice and present it to immigration officers upon arrival