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Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is necessary for visitors to the UK who are 1 years of age or older and are arriving from nations where there is a danger of spreading the disease, as well as for visitors who have transited through a nation's airport for more than 12 hours. UK citizens can easily and quickly obtain a visa for Tanzania thanks to the implementation of Tanzania's electronic visa system. The Tanzania Immigration Services website now allows British citizens to apply for a Tanzania eVisa electronically, doing away with the need to go in person to an embassy or consulate to acquire a visa. They spend roughly 15 minutes filling out the application form. British tourists should research Tanzania's visa requirements before visiting this amazing nation. Tanzania has some standard visa requirements for nationals of the United Kingdom, like many other nations. Visitors from the UK must present the following papers in order to submit a full application for an e-Visa to Tanzania: A British passport that is currently valid and has at least six months remaining after the date of your arrival in Tanzania Scanned version of the UK passport's profile page The email address used to send the confirmation message With online processing fees, payment method is required A British visitor's most recent passport-size photo Return or onward flight confirmed. COI and an invitation letter (if it is a business visa) Host letter, passport, and ID (if traveler has multiple entries) Many of the dangers that travelers confront cannot be avoided by delays or other risks involved Always be aware of the greater dangers at your destination and take precautions. Remember to get travel insurance before leaving the country to prevent unexpected events. Learn more about what you should know before traveling to Tanzania here.

UK passport holders require a visa to enter Tanzania because the Tanzanian government has not excluded the UK from the list of countries exempt from visa requirements. UK citizens traveling to Tanzania for leisure, business, or transit should submit an application for a Tanzania eVisa. The Government of Tanzania developed Tanzania's e-visa system in 2018, enabling nationals of eligible countries to apply for a visa from the convenience of their home. The entire procedure takes place online as instead of the traditional method of obtaining a visa at the Embassy or Consulate. Tanzania Immigration Services provides four types of electronic visas for UK tourists, each having a predetermined stay period: Holders of a Tanzania tourist visa (single entry) are permitted to stay in Tanzania for a period of three months beginning on the day of arrival. Tanzania Tourist Visa (Multiple Entry): Visitors from the United Kingdom who visit Tanzania on a regular basis are eligible for a multiple entry tourist visa. Tourists from the UK are permitted to enter Tanzania numerous times throughout the year that it is valid and remain there for up to three consecutive months with this visa. Tanzania Transit Visa: The Tanzania transit visa is granted to UK residents who intend to transit through Tanzania and stay there for a brief period of up to seven days. Tanzania Business Visa: The Tanzania Business Visa is for businesspeople who intend to travel to Tanzania in order to make investments in Tanzanian companies. With this visa, you can stay for up to 90 days after your arrival.  

The Tanzania e-visa system was introduced by the United Republic of Tanzania in November 2018 in an effort to streamline the visa application process and lessen the volume of visa requests received at the Embassy. The Tanzania Immigration Service website now accepts eVisa applications from UK citizens who meet the country's visa requirements. The application form can be finished in under 15 minutes for UK applicants. They should complete the online application form, which just requires three easy steps: entering the required information, completing the visa fee, and submitting us all the accompanying documentation.  The ability to select the processing time for their application is a huge perk for customers of Tanzania Immigration Services. The precise email address that the UK citizen has access to must be provided because it is where the eVisa will be issued after it has been approved. Tanzania Immigration Services currently provides three options for visa processing times so that UK citizens can select the one that best fits their requirements and financial constraints. Usually: used in most cases when visa applications are processed within 03 working days. This service is suitable for applicants who have enough time to prepare. Urgent: This service is for UK travelers if they have little time for all the processes. Within 48 hours they can get the Tanzania e-Visa. Super Urgent: The e-visa for UK citizens will arrive in 24 working hours.  

Yes. UK passport holders need a visa to enter Tanzania since the Tanzanian government has kept the UK on the list of countries with visa requirements. The Government of Tanzania developed Tanzania's e-visa system in 2018, allowing nationals of 150 qualifying countries to apply for a visa from the convenience of their homes. The only requirements for applicants are to complete the application form online home, submit us both the necessary paperwork, and pay the visa fee. Then, a PDF version of their Tanzanian visa will be sent to them through email. You'll notice that the entire process is completed online, minimizing the need to visit an Embassy or Consulate to apply for a visa as was previously required. These types of e-visa is good for leisure and tourism-related activities like trips to Tanzania or Zanzibar or occasional visits to relatives and friends. A Transit visa is also available for travelers who want to pass through Tanzania headed straight to another nation. For UK citizens, there are four main types of eVisas for Tanzania: transit eVisas, business eVisas, and tourist eVisas with single or multiple entries. Each has a distinct function and a set duration of stay, so UK citizens should select the one that best fits their travel objectives. They are permitted a three-month stay in Tanzania with an eVisa.

Except for a Business visa, you can extend your Tanzania eVisa for a longer stay in the country. As of November 2019, the only way to obtain a Tanzania eVisa extension is to visit the Immigration headquarters in Dar es Salaam. The street address of the Tanzania Immigration Headquarters is Loliondo Street, Kurasini, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. In addition, you are also advised to contact your nearest Tanzanian Embassy or Consulate to get more information and support on eVisa extensions before making any further arrangements. Before selecting the type of visa, you should be aware of your travel plan in Tanzania and how long you wish to stay there. There are 04 types of Tanzania eVisa available to citizens of eligible countries, each for a specified purpose: Tanzania Tourist visa (single entry or multiple entries), Tanzania Transit visa, and Tanzania Business visa. As the Business Visa is not a substitute for Residence Permit. As such, it cannot be extended nor renewed while the holder is still in the country.  To obtain a Tanzania eVisa, applicants should first check whether they meet the visa requirements or not. Therefore, it is crucial to check the Tanzania visa requirements to prepare enough documentation for your visa application. 

If your Tanzania eVisa is denied, you should apply for a new visa to visit Tanzania. There are some reasons why your visa application is rejected: You provide inaccurate information. If there is unmatched information between the application form and the passport, your application will be rejected Your passport expired. To be eligible for an eVisa, all applicants should be in possession of a passport that has a minimum validity of 06 months from the intended arrival date in Tanzania. In addition, this passport should have no less than one unused visa page before visa application submission. Therefore, it is important for applicants to check their passport’s validity before submitting the application.  The most convenient way to apply for a Tanzania eVisa is to visit the Tanzania Immigration Services website and follow the instructions. The entire process is online, allowing applicants to complete the application procedure from the comfort of their homes. The granted eVisa will be sent to the applicant’s email address, on which the visa start date and visa end date are specified. Before the visa application is approved, the applicants are not expected to arrive in the United Republic of Tanzania. The holders are then required to follow the regulations; they will be fined if they overstay a visa. 

You will receive the Tanzania eVisa via email. That’s why we ask you to provide a valid email address during the application process.  The United Republic of Tanzania launched the Tanzania e-Visa System in November 2018 to speed up the visa application process and reduce the number of applicants at the Embassies. Travelers can use an eVisa to enter Zanzibar and Tanzania Mainland to participate in tourist activities, engage in short-term business in Tanzania, or simply transit through this country en route to other destinations. To apply for a Tanzania eVisa, tourists should visit the Tanzania Immigration Services website and follow our comprehensive instructions. This is the fastest way to obtain a visa to visit Tanzania, compared to the traditional way (apply for a visa at the Embassy or the Consulate). The 3-simple process is as below: Step 1: Fill in the application form with some necessary information: Personal data (full name, address, birth date, and nationality), passport number, and arrival and departure date. Step 2: Pay the Tanzania eVisa application fee and send us some supporting documents.  Step 3: You will receive an email containing the Tanzania eVisa in PDF format. Before departing for your Tanzania trip, remember to print out at least 02 copies of your eVisa.

One of the most significant advantages of the electronic visa system is that it enables applicants to get a visa within a few days. Not to mention that applicants do not need to visit the Embassy or the Consulate to submit their application. The entire process of obtaining a Tanzania eVisa is completed online from anywhere in the world.  After submitting an application form, citizens of eligible countries can obtain a Tanzania eVisa via email within a maximum of 03 working days. While filling in the application, applicants are strongly advised to provide the exact information. If there are mistakes or missing information, their visa application will be delayed or even canceled.  At Tanzania Immigration Services, we offer customers 03 visa services, each with a specific processing time. The sooner applicants wish to receive their Tanzania eVisa, the higher fee they need to pay: Normal: This visa service takes 03 working days to process a visa application. This option is suitable for those with plenty of time to prepare the necessary documents and wait for a response.  Urgent: This service enables applicants to receive a Tanzania eVisa in 02 working days. Super Urgent: Any travelers who are about to board the plane but yet have a valid visa should take advantage of this service. They can expect to get a Tanzania visa as soon as 24 hours. 

A Tanzania eVisa may be good for up to 1 year from the arrival date. An eVisa (or an electronic visa) is issued by the Immigration Services Department to facilitate visa processing. Until now, there are 154 nations eligible for a Tanzania eVisa, meaning their citizens can take advantage of this visa to enter Tanzania legally.  Depending on the type of visa, there may be a validity difference among the 04 types of Tanzania eVisa. Tourist e-Visa (single entry): is valid for 03 months from the arrival date. Holders of this visa can stay in the country for up to 90 days (3 months) for a single entry. Tourist e-Visa (multiple entries): This visa has a validity of up to 12 months. The total staying time is up to 12 months, with a continuous stay not exceeding 03 months. Tanzania business e-Visa: The Business Visa to Tanzania is available for professionals working temporarily in Tanzania or for anyone planning to invest in a Tanzanian company. This visa is valid for 90 days on a single entry. Tanzania Transit e-Visa: The Tanzania Transit Visa is granted to travelers who plan to transit through Tanzania and stay there for at most 07 days. This visa has the shortest validity, only 07 days from the arrival date.

The Tanzania Government established the electronic visa system to speed the visa application process, which helps applicants save both time and cost. German is eligible for a Tanzania electronic visa so that they can apply online. Each type of Tanzania eVisas has a different validity period: Tanzania Tourist visa (single entry): German citizens traveling to Tanzania to enjoy the astonishing natural landscapes or visit their relatives in the country should apply for this visa. It is valid for 03 months from the arrival date.  Tanzania Tourist visa (multiple-entry): Germans who travel to Tanzania frequently are eligible for a multiple-entry tourist visa. This visa allows German travelers to enter Tanzania multiple times within a year of its validity and stay there for a maximum of three months in a row.  Tanzania Transit visa: is valid for 07 days from the entry date. German citizens wishing to transit through Tanzania should apply for this visa. A transit eVisa also permits them to stay in Tanzania and explore the country for up to 07 days. Tanzania Business visa: German passport holders participating in business activities in Tanzania are required to obtain this type. It has a validity of 03 months from the arrival date with a single entry.