United Kingdom to Tanzania tourist visa
Complete Tanzania e-visa guide for British travelers. Apply online for $50, receive approval within 10 days, and explore safaris, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar.
- Visa
- Tanzania Tourist Visa
- Fee
- $50
- Processing time
- Up to 10 days
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid UK Passport — Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Tanzania
- Passport Photo — A recent colored passport-style photograph
- Passport Bio Data Page — Clear scan or photo of your passport’s biographical data page
- Return Ticket — Proof of return or onward travel from Tanzania
- Payment Method — Valid payment method for the $50 visa fee
How to apply
- Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar — Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam)
- Kilimanjaro International Airport — Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Abeid Amani Karume International Airport — Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar)
- Major land border crossings — Major land border crossings
- Wildlife safaris in Serengeti, Ngorongoro — Wildlife safaris in Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and other parks
- Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro — Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Common questions
- Do UK citizens need a visa to visit Tanzania?
- Yes. UK citizens must obtain a visa to visit Tanzania. You can apply for an Ordinary Visa online through the e-visa portal for $50, or obtain a visa on arrival at major airports and border crossings. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days.
- How long does Tanzania e-visa processing take for UK citizens?
- Online applications are processed within 10 working days. Most applications are approved faster. Apply well in advance of your travel date to avoid delays. If you need to travel urgently, visa on arrival is available at major entry points.
- Can I get a Tanzania visa on arrival as a UK citizen?
- Yes. UK citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar es Salaam), Kilimanjaro International Airport, Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar), and other major entry points. Bring your passport, return ticket, and $50 in USD cash.
- How long is the Tanzania visa valid for UK citizens?
- The Ordinary Visa for UK citizens allows a single entry with a stay of up to 90 days. The visa is typically valid for 90 days from the date of issue, during which you must enter Tanzania.
- What is the Tanzania visa fee for UK citizens in 2025?
- UK citizens pay $50 for an Ordinary Visa. This is lower than the $100 Multiple Entry Visa required for American citizens. The fee can be paid online via Visa or Mastercard, or in USD cash on arrival.
- Do I need a separate visa for Zanzibar?
- No. Your Tanzania visa covers both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. However, Zanzibar requires mandatory Inbound Travel Insurance from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation for all visitors. Purchase this before arrival at visitzanzibar.go.tz.