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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 citizen 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.

German passport holders who meet the Tanzania visa requirements can now apply for an eVisa on the Tanzania Immigration Services website. They should follow the online application form that involves 03 simple steps: enter the necessary information, pay the visa fees, and send us supporting documents. It only takes 15 minutes for German applicants to complete the application form. Additionally, they can track their Tanzania eVisa application progress here. A great benefit of Tanzania Immigration Services’ customers is that they can choose the processing time for their applications. It is vital that Germans provide an accurate email that they have access to because the eVisa will be sent to their email address once it has been processed. Currently, Tanzania Immigration Services offers German citizens 03 visa processing time options, so they can choose the one that best suits their needs and budget.  Normal: used in most cases when the visa application is processed within 03 business days. This service is suitable for applicants who have sufficient time for preparation.  Urgent: This service is available to Germans if they have little time for all processes. Within 48 hours, they can obtain a Tanzania eVisa. Super Urgent: An eVisa for German citizens arrives in 24 business hours.

To apply for a Tanzania eVisa, German passport holders are required to pay: the Government fee and the visa service fee. The Government fee is the amount an applicant pays to the Tanzania Government for them to issue a visa. This is a mandatory fee for applicants who want to obtain a Tanzania eVisa. Each type of Tanzania eVisas has a different Government fee.  The visa service fee varies depending on the type of visa service German citizens choose. Tanzania Immigration Services provides customers with 03 types of visa services, each with its own cost and processing time: Normal: When German visitors have enough time to prepare their documents and wait for the eVisa. The eVisa is guaranteed to be sent to the applicant’s email address within 03 business days. The price for this service is $69 per applicant. Urgent: With this option, German travelers can expect their visa application to be processed within 48 hours. There is an additional charge of $79 for this service. Super Urgent: It is suitable for applicants who need their visas in a matter of hours. This excellent service allows German nationals to get their visas in 24 hours. As a result, they have to pay an extra fee of $99 to use this service.

Yes. The Tanzania Government has not excluded Germany from the visa exemption list, so German passport holders are required to apply for a visa to visit Tanzania. If you are a German citizen traveling to Tanzania for tourism, business, or simply transit, you should apply for a Tanzania eVisa. Tanzania's electronic visa system was established by the Tanzania Government in 2018, allowing citizens of eligible countries to apply for a visa from the comfort of their homes. All the applicants have to do is fill in the application form, send us the required documents, and pay the visa fee. After that, they will receive their visa for Tanzania via email in PDF format. As you can see, the entire process is online, removing the need to visit the Embassy or the Consulate to get a visa as before.  There are 04 types of Tanzania eVisa available to German citizens: Tanzania Tourist visa (single entry) & Tanzania Tourist visa (multiple entries): These visas are granted to travelers who wish to explore the alluring beauty of Tanzania’s attractions, go on a holiday, or visit their relatives. Tanzania Transit visa: designated to travelers transiting through Tanzania en route to other countries. Tanzania Business visa: German nationals participating in business activities in Tanzania should apply for this type of visa.  

US citizens who meet the Tanzania visa requirements and correctly follow the instructions on the online application form can expect to receive a Tanzania electronic visa for US citizens within 05 to 72 hours. It takes just 15 minutes to complete the online visa application form on the Tanzania Immigration Services website, including entering their first and last name, date of birth, citizenship, and passport number, as well as paying the visa fees. In addition, US applicants can easily track the progress of their Tanzania eVisa here. Once the visa has been processed, it will be sent to the applicant’s email address. Therefore, US travelers should ensure that they provide an accurate email to which they have access to avoid any problems with their eVisa. Currently, Tanzania Immigration Services offers US customers 03 options for visa processing time so that they can choose one that best suits their needs and budget: Normal: used in most cases when the visa application is processed within 03 business days. This service is suitable for applicants who have sufficient time for preparation.  Urgent: This service is available to Americans if they just have a little time for all processes. Within 48 hours, they can obtain a Tanzania eVisa. Super Urgent: An eVisa for US citizens arrives in 24 business hours.

The type of visa a US passport holder uses to enter Tanzania determines how long they are permitted to stay there. The US is a nation that is eligible for a Tanzania eVisa, so US nationals can apply for an eVisa online and take a quick journey to this intriguing nation. For US visitors, Tanzania Immigration Services offers four different types of eVisas, each of which allows for a specific length of stay: Tanzania Tourist visa (single entry): Holders of this visa can remain in Tanzania for 03 months from the arrival date. Tanzania Tourist visa (multiple-entry): Americans who travel to Tanzania frequently are eligible for a multiple-entry tourist visa. This visa allows US 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: A transit visa to Tanzania is granted to US citizens who wish to transit through Tanzania and have a short trip of up to 07 days there. Tanzania Business visa: A Tanzania business visa is available for professionals planning to visit Tanzania in order to invest in Tanzanian businesses. This visa permits a stay of up to 90 days from the date of arrival.

Yes. Americans can now travel to Tanzania to enjoy the superb landscapes in this country. Tanzania is home to some of Africa's most famous national parks and natural attractions, including majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Consequently, safaris and other wildlife-related activities are the most well-liked activities in Tanzania and the main reasons tourists come there. American travelers should check the Tanzania visa requirements prior to their trip to this fascinating country. A Tanzania visa is required for US citizens because the US is not included in the visa waiver program of the Tanzanian Government. With the establishment of Tanzania's electronic visa system, US passport holders are able to obtain a visa for Tanzania easily and quickly.  A Tanzania eVisa is an electronic travel document that allows its holders to travel to and enter Tanzania (including Zanzibar). It functions as a regular visa, though has a shorter validity period than the regular one. An eVisa is used for tourism, leisure, or casual visits to relatives in Tanzania. Americans can now apply for a Tanzania eVisa online on the Tanzania Immigration Services website, eliminating the need to visit the Embassy or the Consulate to get a visa. The application form takes them about 15 minutes to complete.

As a US citizen, you can apply for a Tanzania visa in two ways: Apply for a regular visa at the nearest Embassy or the Consulate for long-term stays Apply for a Tanzania electronic visa online The United Republic of Tanzania launched the Tanzania electronic visa system in November 2018 to hasten the visa application process and reduce the overload of visa applications at the Embassy. Holders of this visa can enter Zanzibar and Tanzania Mainland for tourist activities, doing short-term business in Tanzania, or simply transiting through this country en route to other destinations. Tanzania Immigration Services has made it easier for US citizens to apply for a Tanzania eVisa. You can complete the visa application in about 15 minutes and wait a few days to get your visa via email. The 3-simple process is as below: Step 1: In this step, you need to give the following crucial information: Personal data (full name, address, birth date, and nationality), passport number, and arrival and departure date. Step 2: Pay the Tanzania e-Visa and send us some supporting documents.  Step 3: You will receive an email containing the approved electronic travel permission in PDF format. You should have at least two printouts of your eVisa while traveling in Tanzania.