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Vaccinations
Yellow Fever
Vaccination Certificate
1. 🛂 Visa (Entry Permit)
Most tourists need a visa to enter Tanzania. You can obtain a visa through two methods:
A. Online Visa (e-Visa) ⭐ Recommended
Official Website: visa.immigration.go.tz
Apply for your visa online. It is fast, easy, and safe.
- Apply 30 days before your trip
- Pay by card (Visa/Mastercard)
- Receive your visa via email
- Print it and bring it with you
B. Visa on Arrival
You can obtain a visa upon arrival at the airport in Tanzania. However, this can take a long time due to queues.
Visa Fees
| Visa Type | Cost | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Single Entry Visa | $50 USD | 90 Days |
| Multiple Entry Visa | $100 USD | 90 Days |
| Transit Visa | $30 USD | 7 Days |
| US Citizens Visa | $100 USD | 90 Days |
Visa Exempt Countries
- Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi
- South Sudan, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique
- Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Lesotho
- Eswatini, Angola, Comoros, Mauritius
2. 🛡️ Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended for all tourists. It protects you against:
- Health emergencies: Accidents, illness, hospital
- Trip cancellation: Lose of money
- Lost luggage: Flights, safaris
- Flight emergencies: Flight cancellation
- Property damage: Camera, phone
Recommended Companies
- World Nomads — Popular for travelers
- Allianz Travel — Global insurance
- AXA Travel — Good insurance
- SafetyWing — Budget for travelers
- Travel Guard — Comprehensive insurance
Insurance Costs
- 7 Days: $20 - $50 USD
- 14 Days: $40 - $80 USD
- 30 Days: $80 - $150 USD
- 1 Year: $200 - $500 USD
3. 💉 Vaccinations
Check the vaccinations you need before coming to Tanzania:
| Vaccine | Required? | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | ⚠️ Required (from affected countries) | 2 weeks before |
| Malaria | ✅ Recommended | Before trip |
| Typhoid | ✅ Recommended | 2 weeks before |
| Hepatitis A | ✅ Recommended | 2 weeks before |
| Hepatitis B | ✅ Recommended | 6 months before |
| Tetanus | ✅ Recommended | Before trip |
| COVID-19 | ⚠️ May be required | 2 weeks before |
4. 🟡 Yellow Fever — Required Certificate
Very Important
If you are coming from a country with yellow fever, you need a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Without it — you may be denied entry into Tanzania.
- Get vaccinated 2 weeks before your trip
- Get an International Certificate
- Bring it with you — it will be checked at the airport
- The certificate is valid for 10 years
5. 📄 Required Documents
Bring these documents with you:
Passport
Valid for 6+ months.
Visa
e-Visa or on arrival.
Flight Ticket
Return or onward.
Hotel Booking
Hotel or UNP booking.
Insurance
Travel insurance.
Yellow Fever Cert.
If applicable.
Proof of Funds
Bank card or cash.
Passport Copy
Keep separate.
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