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title: Tanzania visa for citizens of Syria
description: "Citizens of Syria can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-06-27
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# Tanzania visa for citizens of Syria

Citizens of Syria can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at port of entry** — Proceed to the immigration area after landing.
2. **Go to Visa on Arrival desk** — Look for the designated visa counter.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, ticket, accommodation proof, and vaccination certificate; pay the visa fee.
4. **Receive visa stamp** — The immigration officer will stamp the visa in your passport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Tanzania.
- **Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Travel): Shows where you will stay.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if traveling from an endemic country.
- **Visa fee (cash in USD or local currency)** (Financial): Payable at the visa on arrival desk.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity or blank pages** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has at least two blank pages.
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain the certificate before travel if coming from a risk area.
- **Inadequate funds or no onward ticket** — Carry proof of sufficient funds and a confirmed return/onward ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Syria need a visa for Tanzania?

Citizens of Syria can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Syria stay in Tanzania?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Syria need for Tanzania?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Return or onward ticket; Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation letter); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Visa fee (cash in USD or local currency).

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Tanzania visa for every passport](/visa/tanzania)
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