Tanzania Embassy in Lusaka, Zambia

The High Commission of Tanzania in Zambia serves as the official diplomatic representation of the Government of Tanzania in Zambia. Based in Lusaka, the mission promotes bilateral relations between the two countries and provides diplomatic and consular assistance to Tanzanian citizens, travelers, businesses, and other eligible applicants.

Contact and office details

  • Official name: High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania in Lusaka, Zambia Navigate through
  • Address: 5200 United Nations Avenue, P.O. Box 31219, Lusaka, Zambia
  • Telephone: +260 211 253323 / +260 211 253324
  • Fax: +260 211 254861
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Head of mission: H.E. Lt. Gen. Mathew Edward Mkingule, High Commissioner
  • Operational hours: Monday–Friday, 08:30–15:30
  • Consular/Visa services: Monday–Friday, 08:30–12:30
  • Type of representation: High Commission
  • Area of accreditation: Zambia, Angola, and São Tomé and Príncipe

Services provided

The Tanzania High Commission in Lusaka provides or facilitates a range of diplomatic and consular services, including:

  • Tanzania visa services: Provides visa information and assistance to eligible travelers planning to visit Tanzania.
  • Passport assistance: Provides guidance to Tanzanian citizens on passport applications and passport-related procedures.
  • Passport replacement: Assists Tanzanian nationals whose passports have been lost or stolen.
  • Emergency travel documents: Issues Emergency Travel Documents to eligible Tanzanian citizens in qualifying circumstances.
  • Consular assistance: Supports Tanzanian nationals living or traveling in Zambia and other countries within the mission’s accreditation.
  • Document authentication: Provides assistance with authentication and other eligible consular documentation.
  • Permit information: Provides guidance concerning residence, work, research, media, and other applicable permits.
  • Trade and investment promotion: Promotes Tanzania as a destination for business, investment, trade, and tourism.

Tanzania–Zambia relations

The Tanzania High Commission in Lusaka plays an important role in maintaining and strengthening diplomatic relations between Tanzania and Zambia. The mission represents Tanzania’s political and economic interests while promoting cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, tourism, education, culture, and regional development.

In addition to Zambia, the High Commission is also responsible for Tanzania’s diplomatic relations with Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe.

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