Can Indian citizens apply for a Tanzania visa online?

Yes. The Tanzania eVisa system allows applicants to complete the online form, make payment, submit the application and track status online.

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Tanzania Visa for Indian Citizens

Q: Is the Tanzania eVisa valid for Zanzibar?

Yes. The official eVisa portal states that online visa applications cover the United Republic of Tanzania, including Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.

A complete guide for Indian citizens and Indian passport holders planning travel to Tanzania or Zanzibar. Learn how the Tanzania eVisa works, what documents to prepare, how the 10-day processing guidance affects planning, and how to track the application before departure.

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Overview

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Indian citizens should prepare the correct Tanzania visa or eVisa before travel unless a specific exemption applies to their passport type or travel purpose. The official Tanzania eVisa portal allows travelers to apply online for visits to the United Republic of Tanzania, including both Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.

The eVisa process requires the applicant to complete the online form, make payment and submit the application electronically. The application is internally reviewed, and the applicant is notified by email whether it has been accepted or rejected.

Planning note

Observe the 10-day visa timeframe

The Tanzania High Commission in New Delhi states that visa applications are processed within ten days and strongly advises applicants to observe that timeframe. Indian travelers should avoid last-minute filing, especially for family trips, group tours, business visits, weddings, volunteering or travel involving multiple documents.

Submitting the form does not mean approval. Wait for the visa decision or approval notice before relying on the application for airline boarding and arrival checks.

Visa types

Tanzania visa categories Indian citizens commonly review

Tourist eVisa

For safari holidays, Zanzibar beaches, Kilimanjaro trips, family visits and standard leisure travel. The stated purpose should match the itinerary and uploaded documents.

Business visa

For short meetings, conferences, trade visits or commercial discussions. It should not be used as work permission or long-term residence authorization.

Transit visa

For travelers passing through Tanzania to another country. Keep confirmed onward travel evidence and ensure the transit purpose is clear.

Multiple-entry visa

For travelers with a valid reason to enter Tanzania repeatedly. Supporting documents may be required to justify frequent travel.

Special-purpose visits

Volunteering, study, conferences, family events, religious travel or professional assignments may require additional supporting documents or a different category.

Work or residence permit

Indian citizens planning to work, invest, reside or stay long term in Tanzania should not rely on a tourist visa. Separate work or residence permission may be required.

Documents

Tanzania eVisa requirements for Indian citizens

Indian passport holder preparation checklist
Requirement	What Indian citizens should prepare	Common mistake to avoid
Passport	Use the Indian passport that will be used for travel. Official Tanzania guidelines require at least six months validity and at least one unused visa page.	Applying with one passport and traveling with a renewed or different passport.
Passport photo	Prepare a recent, clear photograph with the face visible and a plain background.	Uploading a blurred, cropped, dark or low-quality photo.
Travel plan	Arrival date, port of entry, first destination, hotel or host details and departure plan.	Entering dates that do not match flights, ferry bookings, safari plans or accommodation.
Return or onward ticket	Visitors must show a return ticket upon arrival, according to Tanzania visa guidelines.	Arriving without onward or return travel evidence if requested.
Application records	Save the Application ID, email address, security question and security answer used in the online form.	Losing the status-check information after submission.
Purpose evidence	Business, volunteering, study, conference, family-event, wedding or professional cases may need additional documents.	Selecting tourist travel when the real purpose is business, work or another activity.

Application process

How Indian citizens apply for a Tanzania visa online

1. Start the eVisa file

Enter the traveler’s email address, passport number, passport issue country, security question and security answer to generate the application record.

2. Add personal details

Complete the name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport issue date, passport expiry date and contact information exactly as shown in the Indian passport.

3. Choose the visa type

Select the correct visa type and category. If unsure, review the official visa guidelines before submission.

4. Enter travel details

Provide the arrival date, port of entry, accommodation or host details, Tanzania route and return or onward travel information.

5. Upload and pay

Upload readable files, check every passport digit and date, make payment and submit the application online.

6. Track status

Use the official status system with Application ID, email, security question and security answer. Keep the approval notice with travel documents.

Zanzibar

Can Indian citizens use the Tanzania eVisa for Zanzibar?

Yes. The official Tanzania eVisa portal states that online visa applications cover the United Republic of Tanzania, including Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar. Indian citizens visiting Zanzibar only, the mainland only, or both destinations should enter the correct first destination and route information.

If the itinerary includes Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Zanzibar or ferry transfers, keep details consistent across the application, flights, hotels and tour documents.

India travel planning

Tourism, family, business and event travel from India

Indian travelers visit Tanzania for safari, beach holidays, family visits, business, trade, conferences, weddings, education and professional assignments. The visa category should reflect the real purpose of the trip, not only the shortest or easiest application path.

If the trip includes work, project assignment, study, media activity, volunteering or long-term residence, check whether a separate permit or different visa category is needed before applying.

Ready to prepare your Tanzania visa from India?

Check your Indian passport, visa category, travel dates, hotel or host details, return ticket and supporting documents before submitting the online request.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions: Tanzania visa for Indian citizens

Do Indian citizens need a Tanzania visa?

Indian citizens should prepare the correct Tanzania visa or eVisa before travel unless a specific exemption applies to their passport type or travel purpose.

Can Indian citizens apply online?

Yes. The official Tanzania eVisa portal allows applicants to complete the form, make payment, submit the application and track status online.

Is the Tanzania eVisa valid for Zanzibar?

Yes. The official online visa system covers the United Republic of Tanzania, including Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.

When should Indian citizens apply?

The Tanzania High Commission in New Delhi states that visa applications are processed within ten days and strongly advises applicants to observe that timeframe.

What passport validity is required?

Tanzania visa guidelines require at least six months passport validity and at least one unused visa page before application submission.

Is Visit-TZ an official government website?

No. Visit-TZ is an independent visa and travel information service. Final visa and entry decisions are made by the competent Tanzanian authorities.