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Tanzania Visa for Kenya Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Kenyan citizens can enter Tanzania visa-free for tourism and business stays of up to 90 days under an East African Community bilateral arrangement; a valid passport is required at the border, with no advance visa application needed.

Guide last updated September 26, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
  • No visa or e-visa required for stays up to 90 days
  • Return or onward travel proof recommended in case of spot checks
  • Proof of accommodation recommended
  • Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
  • No biometrics required for entry; travel/medical insurance recommended, especially for travel involving Zanzibar or safari regions

Visa types

  • Kenyan citizens do not need a visitor visa for tourism or business stays up to 90 days due to the East African Community bilateral visa-free arrangement. Travelers wishing to work, study, or reside longer than 90 days must apply for a Residence Permit or Work Permit through Tanzania's Immigration Department, which requires separate sponsorship documentation and is processed after or instead of the visa-free entry.

Entry conditions

  • Kenyan passport holders receive a stay of up to 90 days at any official port of entry, including Julius Nyerere International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, and land borders such as Namanga and Sirari. This covers tourism, family visits, and short business activities like meetings, but not formal employment. Zanzibar has its own immigration checkpoint on arrival that also honors the mainland's visa-free terms for Kenyans. Extensions beyond 90 days require an application at an Immigration Department office in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, or Zanzibar before the stay expires.

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee applies for the visa-free 90-day entry
  • Extension applications typically cost around USD 50-100 depending on the reason and duration requested
  • Extension processing usually takes 3-5 working days at an Immigration Department office
  • No VFS or third-party service fee applies, since there is no advance visa application for the visa-free entry

Tips for Kenya travelers

  • Carry your passport rather than a national ID, since immigration desks generally require a passport for the entry stamp, especially at airports
  • Confirm the 90-day limit at your specific border point, as some crossings apply it within any 180-day period
  • If heading to Zanzibar, budget time for a separate immigration check at the island's port of entry
  • Keep a copy of your entry stamp and any Zanzibar immigration form in case of an extension request
  • Business travelers attending conferences should still carry an invitation letter, even though no visa is required, to smooth immigration checks

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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