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title: Tanzania visa for citizens of Sierra Leone
description: "Citizens of Sierra Leone need a visa for Tanzania and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 3–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Tanzania visa for citizens of Sierra Leone

Citizens of Sierra Leone need a visa for Tanzania and can apply online for an eVisa.

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

Official application site: https://visa.immigration.go.tz

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–10 days
- **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:** Proof of sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Tanzania eVisa portal** — Go to visa.immigration.go.tz and create an account
2. **Complete the application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport bio-page, photo, itinerary, hotel, bank statement, and vaccination certificate
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay USD 50 via credit/debit card or other accepted methods
5. **Submit application** — Review and submit; you will receive a reference number
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 3 to 10 working days
7. **Receive eVisa approval** — Approved eVisa is sent by email; print a copy to carry
8. **Travel to Tanzania** — Present printed eVisa and passport upon arrival

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent, white background
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed return or onward ticket
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): For entire stay in Tanzania
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Last 3 months showing sufficient funds
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if traveling from or through an endemic country

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of USD 200 per day
- Bank statement

Must show sufficient funds for entire stay

## Good to know

- eVisa is single entry only; max stay 30 days within 90-day validity
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application details** — Double-check all entries before submission
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity
- **Missing required documents** — Upload all requested documents in correct format

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Sierra Leone need a visa for Tanzania?

Citizens of Sierra Leone need a visa for Tanzania and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Sierra Leone stay in Tanzania?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Tanzania visa cost for citizens of Sierra Leone?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Tanzania visa processing take?

Typically 3–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of Sierra Leone need for Tanzania?

Passport bio-data page; Passport-size photograph; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation; Bank statement; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://visa.immigration.go.tz

## Sources

- [visa.immigration.go.tz](https://visa.immigration.go.tz)

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