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Tanzania Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

German citizens can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania, though applying online in advance via the eServices immigration portal is strongly recommended to avoid airport queues; fee USD 50, processed in about 15-30 minutes on arrival.

Guide last updated October 14, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond stay
  • Completed visa application, online pre-application recommended, or paper form on arrival
  • Passport-style digital photo
  • Proof of onward or return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever risk country
  • Travel health insurance recommended
  • Biometrics: fingerprints taken on arrival

Visa types

  • Single-entry tourist visa: 90 days, fee USD 50
  • Multiple-entry visa: up to 12 months, fee USD 100
  • Transit visa: up to 7 days, fee USD 30

Visa on arrival

  • Available at major entry points including Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam) and Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Steps: complete the arrival form, present passport, photo, and fee; fingerprints and photo taken at the immigration desk
  • Fee payable in USD cash or by card at some airports; exact change recommended
  • To skip the queue, pre-apply online through the Tanzania eServices immigration portal before travel
  • Processing on arrival: typically 15-30 minutes; online pre-approval takes 2-10 business days

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry: USD 50, Multiple-entry: USD 100, Transit: USD 30, payable in USD
  • No separate VFS or BLS fee since it is a direct government service
  • Total cost estimate: USD 50-100 depending on visa type
  • Standard processing: instant to 30 minutes on arrival; online applications take 2-10 business days
  • No formal express option, but online pre-approval functions as the faster route

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Apply online in advance to avoid long queues at the airport, especially during peak tourist season
  • Carry exact USD cash as a backup in case card payment systems are down
  • Common rejection or delay reasons: expired passport, missing yellow fever certificate when required, incomplete online forms
  • Extensions can be requested at immigration offices in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, or Zanzibar before the visa expires
  • If visiting Zanzibar separately, the same Tanzania visa applies - no additional visa is needed

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.