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title: Tanzania visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
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# Tanzania visa for citizens of the United Kingdom

Citizens of the United Kingdom can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Single Entry
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport has ≥6 months validity and you have a return ticket.
2. **Arrive at port of entry** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival desk at the airport or border post.
3. **Complete application form** — Fill in the arrival/departure card or visa application form (available at desk).
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, photo, form and pay the visa fee ($50 single entry).
5. **Receive visa sticker** — Immigration officer issues the visa sticker in your passport.
6. **Proceed to immigration control** — Present passport with visa and onward ticket for entry clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Completed arrival/departure form** (Travel): Provided on arrival or downloadable from Tanzania Immigration website.
- **Proof of onward/return travel** (Travel): Confirmed flight itinerary or booking.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Payable in cash (USD) or by card at dedicated desk; fee is $50 for single entry.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent colour photo (may be taken on site).
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or letter of invitation may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Health, optional): Required if travelling from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of $50 for fee + sufficient funds for stay
- Cash
- Credit/debit card

Fee must be paid in USD or Tanzanian shillings (cash) or by card (subject to availability).

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is not available at all land borders; confirm port eligibility before travel.
- Fee and validity are subject to change without notice.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Lack of return/onward ticket** — Show a confirmed flight itinerary leaving Tanzania before max stay expires.
- **Inadequate funds** — Carry enough cash or proof of sufficient funds for the intended stay.
- **Previous immigration violations** — Adhere to visa conditions from prior visits.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa for Tanzania?

Citizens of the United Kingdom can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Single Entry.

### How long can citizens of the United Kingdom stay in Tanzania?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Tanzania visa cost for citizens of the United Kingdom?

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of the United Kingdom need for Tanzania?

Passport; Completed arrival/departure form; Proof of onward/return travel; Visa fee payment; Passport-size photograph; Proof of accommodation; 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 United Kingdom passport holders](/visa/passport/united-kingdom)