Côte d'Ivoire passport → Tanzania

Tanzania visa for citizens of Côte d'Ivoire

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days)

Citizens of Côte d'Ivoire 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 (up to 90 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	$50
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, card, bank statement)

How to apply

1
Arrive at Tanzanian port of entry
Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter at the airport or land border.
2
Fill out visa application form
Obtain and complete the visa application form provided at the counter.
3
Submit documents and photographs
Hand over your passport, completed form, photographs, and supporting documents.
4
Pay visa fee
Pay the USD 50 visa fee in cash (USD) at the payment counter.
5
Receive visa and enter
Once approved, the visa is stamped in your passport and you may proceed to immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages)
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
Passport-size photographs (2)
Recent, color, white background.

Travel

Completed visa application form (provided on arrival)
Form is filled out at the immigration counter.
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Tanzania.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
May be requested by immigration officer.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash, credit card, or bank statement showing ability to cover stay.
Visa fee (USD 50 cash)
Payable in cash (USD) at the visa counter.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for travelers from endemic countries.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Sufficient for intended stay (no fixed amount specified)

Cash
Credit card
Bank statement

Immigration officer may ask to see proof of funds.

Good to know

Visa on Arrival is only available at certain ports of entry (e.g., Julius Nyerere International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, Namanga border).
Ensure you have exact USD cash for the fee; change may not be available.
Passport must have at least two blank pages for the visa sticker.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Renew your passport before travel.

Lack of onward/return ticket

Book a return or onward ticket before arrival.

Insufficient funds

Carry enough cash or a credit card with available balance.

Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate.

FAQ

Do citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need a visa for Tanzania?

Citizens of Côte d'Ivoire can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days).

How long can citizens of Côte d'Ivoire stay in Tanzania?

Up to 90 days.

How much does the Tanzania visa cost for citizens of Côte d'Ivoire?

Government fee: $50.

What documents do citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need for Tanzania?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and blank pages); Completed visa application form (provided on arrival); Passport-size photographs (2); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter); Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Tanzania?

At least 6 months.

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