How Long Can I Stay in Tanzania?
Complete guide for UK passport holders. Last verified 2026-02-04.
Maximum Stay
Tourist/business visa duration varies
At a Glance
Duration
Tourist/business visa duration varies
Visa Type
Tourist e-Visa or Visa on Arrival
Entry Requirements
- Passport valid for 6 months after arrival
- At least one blank page required
- Tourist or business visa required
- Apply online for e-visa at visa.immigration.go.tz before travel
- Can get tourist/business single-entry visa on arrival at main ports of entry
- May need to show proof of return journey
- Work permit required for working or volunteering - employer/organization should arrange before travel
Important Things to Know
Overstaying visa/permit can result in arrest, detention, fine, and deportation
Cannot get multiple entry visa on arrival - e-visa required
Must pass through mpox screening (body temperature checks) at all entry points
Zanzibar: Mandatory Inbound Travel Insurance from Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC) for all visitors (excluding residents) - up to 92 days
Zanzibar insurance must be purchased from ZIC only - other policies not accepted - may be refused entry without it
Do not bring animal skin accessories - risk detention when leaving
Wildlife items (horns, seashells) require certified export permit from Ministry - arrest/fine if caught
Yellow fever certificate required if from risk country
Additional Information
Popular safari destination. E-visa recommended. Zanzibar requires specific mandatory insurance from ZIC.
Official Sources
UK Government Foreign Travel Advice
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania/entry-requirementsLast verified: 2026-02-04
Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling, as visa policies can change.
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