Botswana passport → Tanzania

Tanzania visa for citizens of Botswana

Visa-freeVisa Free Entry (Up to 90 days per visit, 12 months per any 2-year period)

Citizens of Botswana can visit Tanzania without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free · Visa Free Entry (Up to 90 days per visit, 12 months per any 2-year period)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Multiple entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (e.g. cash, bank statement, credit card) may be requested on arrival.

How to apply

1
Prepare documents
Ensure passport is valid for 6+ months and has blank pages, and have onward ticket.
2
Arrive at port of entry (airport/land border)
Present passport and any requested documents at immigration.
3
Receive entry stamp
No visa required; stay may be granted for up to 90 days per visit.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)
Must have at least one blank visa page.

Travel

Return/onward ticket
Proof of onward travel within the allowed stay.
Accommodation details (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Optional
May be requested to confirm stay.

Supporting

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
May be requested by immigration officer; e.g. bank statement or cash.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
If traveling from or through an endemic area.

Proof of funds

Cash
Bank statement
Credit card

Immigration officer may ask for proof of sufficient funds for the stay.

Good to know

Maximum stay per visit: 90 days within a 365-day period (overall max 12 months per any 2-year period).
Day count begins on the date of arrival.
You must have a valid yellow fever vaccination if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Renew passport before travel.

No onward/return ticket

Book a return or onward flight or land transport ticket.

Insufficient funds

Carry enough cash or a bank statement showing adequate funds.

FAQ

Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Tanzania?

Citizens of Botswana can visit Tanzania without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa Free Entry (Up to 90 days per visit, 12 months per any 2-year period).

How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Tanzania?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Botswana need for Tanzania?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Return/onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation details (hotel booking or invitation letter).

How long must my passport be valid for Tanzania?

At least 6 months.

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