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Tanzania Visa for EU Citizens

Find Tanzania visa and eVisa guidance for EU passport holders. Browse country-specific pages for Spain, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Finland and other European travelers planning safari, Zanzibar, business, transit, or urgent travel.

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Travel purposesSafari, Zanzibar, business, transit
DocumentsPassport, photo, itinerary, accommodation
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Do EU citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Many EU citizens need a Tanzania visa or eVisa before entering Tanzania, including Zanzibar. Requirements can vary by passport country, travel purpose, visa type, and whether the trip is for tourism, business, transit, or frequent visits.

Most European leisure travelers apply for a tourist visa for safari, Zanzibar beaches, Kilimanjaro, or family visits. Business travelers may need extra supporting documents such as invitation letters or employer letters.

Always apply using the passport you will travel with. If you have dual nationality, your Tanzania visa requirements should match the passport presented at departure and arrival.

EU and European Tanzania visa country guides

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Common Tanzania visa types for EU travelers

Visa typeBest forCommon documents
Tourist visaSafari, Zanzibar, Kilimanjaro, holidays, family visitsPassport, photo, itinerary, accommodation
Business visaMeetings, conferences, short assignments, investment visitsInvitation letter, employer letter, meeting proof
Transit visaPassing through Tanzania to another destinationOnward ticket and destination details
Multiple entry visaFrequent eligible visitsStrong justification and supporting evidence

Popular Tanzania trips from Europe

  • Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari itineraries
  • Zanzibar beach holidays and Stone Town visits
  • Kilimanjaro climbing and adventure travel
  • Dar es Salaam business meetings
  • Tanzania plus Kenya safari combinations
  • Family holidays combining safari and islands

Zanzibar visa information for EU citizens

Zanzibar is part of the United Republic of Tanzania, so EU travelers generally use a Tanzania visa for Zanzibar. If you are flying directly to Zanzibar, or combining Zanzibar with a safari in mainland Tanzania, prepare your Tanzania visa documents before departure.

Zanzibar holidays

Prepare your passport, flight itinerary, hotel booking, and arrival details before applying.

Safari + Zanzibar

Make sure your travel dates match across your flights, accommodation, and Tanzania eVisa application.

Europe to Tanzania routes

Check if your itinerary includes a transit country that may have separate entry or transit requirements.

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FAQ: Tanzania visa for EU citizens

Do EU citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Many EU citizens need a visa or eVisa to enter Tanzania, including Zanzibar. Check the country-specific guide for your passport before applying.

Can EU citizens apply online?

Eligible EU citizens can generally apply online by completing the form, uploading documents, paying fees, and receiving the decision by email.

Is Zanzibar included with Tanzania visa?

Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, so travelers generally use a Tanzania visa for Zanzibar trips, subject to current rules.

What if I have two EU passports?

Apply using the passport you will travel with. Your application details should match that passport exactly.

Application questions

What documents should I prepare first?

Start with passport, passport photo, passport bio-data page, travel itinerary, accommodation details, and business invitation if applicable.

Do business travelers need extra documents?

Yes. Business travelers may need an invitation letter, employer letter, meeting confirmation, contract, or other proof of business purpose.

Can urgent review help?

Urgent checklist review can help identify document errors quickly, but immigration approval speed cannot be guaranteed.

What if my EU country is not listed?

Use the checklist form on this page or visit the global nationalities index for more country pages.

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