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title: Tanzania visa for citizens of the Dominican Republic
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# Tanzania visa for citizens of the Dominican Republic

Citizens of the Dominican Republic can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (Single Entry)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (bank statement or cash)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a designated Tanzanian entry point** — Visa on arrival is available at major airports and border posts.
2. **Go to the Visa on Arrival desk** — Look for the immigration counter designated for visas.
3. **Submit required documents** — Hand passport, arrival card, onward ticket, yellow fever cert, and proof of funds.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — USD cash is required; currency exchange may be available but cash is safest.
5. **Receive visa sticker and passport stamp** — The officer will issue a single-entry visa allowing up to 30 days stay.
6. **Proceed to passport control** — After obtaining visa, go through immigration check.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least six months validity beyond intended stay and at least one blank page.
- **Completed arrival card / immigration form** (Travel): Provided on the aircraft or at the immigration desk.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Tanzania.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if arriving from a country with yellow fever risk.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement, cash, or card showing ability to cover stay.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be asked but not always mandatory.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity, optional): Sometimes taken at the desk; not always required.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of approximately $200–$500 for the stay
- bank statement
- cash
- credit card with sufficient limit

Immigration may ask to see evidence; having cash in USD is advisable.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be denied if you have a criminal record or if the purpose of visit does not match the visa type.
- Ensure you have USD cash for the fee – card acceptance is not guaranteed.
- The 30-day max stay cannot be extended; overstay penalties apply.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete documentation (missing onward ticket or yellow fever vaccination)** — Prepare all required documents before travel.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry sufficient cash (USD) and/or a recent bank statement.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Check passport expiry date and renew before travel.
- **Applicant is from a country not eligible for VOA (Dominican Republic IS eligible, but list can change)** — Verify eligibility with the nearest Tanzanian embassy before departure.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Dominican Republic need a visa for Tanzania?

Citizens of the Dominican Republic can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (Single Entry).

### How much does the Tanzania visa cost for citizens of the Dominican Republic?

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of the Dominican Republic need for Tanzania?

Valid passport; Completed arrival card / immigration form; Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Tanzania?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Tanzania visa for every passport](/visa/tanzania)
- [Every destination for Dominican Republic passport holders](/visa/passport/dominican-republic)