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title: Tuvalu visa for citizens of Tanzania
description: "Citizens of Tanzania can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Tuvalu visa for citizens of Tanzania

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

*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
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Tuvalu entry point** — Proceed to the immigration desk at Funafuti International Airport
2. **Present required documents and pay fee** — Submit passport, onward ticket, and visa fee in cash
3. **Receive visa on arrival** — Immigration officer issues visa sticker directly into passport
4. **Proceed to passport control** — After visa is affixed, complete entry formalities and exit the airport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel is typically required
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statements or cash to cover stay may be needed
- **Visa fee in cash** (Financial): Payable on arrival in local currency or USD
- **Passport-sized photos** (Identity, optional): May be required for the visa sticker
- **Visa application form** (Identity, optional): May be completed at the immigration desk on arrival

## Proof of funds

- Cash
- Bank statements

Sufficient funds for the intended stay are required but no specific minimum is published

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is granted only at points of entry; ensure you travel directly to Tuvalu with no unplanned stops
- Visa on arrival may be denied if you lack a return/onward ticket or proof of accommodation

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
- **No onward/return ticket** — Carry a confirmed onward or return ticket
- **Lack of sufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or bank statements to cover your stay
- **Incomplete documentation** — Prepare all required documents before traveling

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Tanzania can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Visa fee in cash; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-sized photos; and 1 more depending on your situation.

## More

- [Tuvalu visa for every passport](/visa/tuvalu)
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