Yes, a visa is required to travel from Australia to Tanzania.
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Australian nationals need an e-Visa for Tanzania, applied for online before departure through the official portal. The indicative fee is around USD 50, to be confirmed on that source.
This guide is for Australian citizens planning a trip to Tanzania, including Zanzibar. The country issues an electronic visa (e-Visa) through its national immigration e-services portal, to be obtained before boarding. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, and the final fee should be confirmed on the official source.
Do you need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes: Australian travellers need an e-Visa to enter Tanzania for tourism, including a stay in Zanzibar. This electronic visa is applied for online before the trip. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months on entry.
How and where to apply
Australian applicants submit their application from Australia on the official Tanzanian immigration e-services portal (eservices.immigration.go.tz) before departure. The form, document upload and payment are all done online. Some entry points also offer a visa on arrival, but the pre-arranged e-Visa remains recommended.
Documents and fees
Prepare an Australian passport valid for at least 6 months, an ID photo, an accommodation address and a return or onward ticket. The indicative fee for the ordinary tourist visa is around USD 50; confirm the exact amount and payment method on the official eservices.immigration.go.tz portal.
Processing time and practical tips
Processing time depends on the Tanzanian authorities and is not confirmed here — submit your application several days before departure. Keep the approved e-Visa (printout and digital version) for check-in and border control. A yellow-fever certificate may be required depending on your itinerary — verify this on the official source.
Common mistakes
Common errors are an insufficiently valid passport, a typo in the personal details, and using paid intermediaries. Use only the official eservices.immigration.go.tz portal and do not rely on a visa on arrival if your airline requires a visa before boarding.
Official sources
- Tanzania Immigration e-Services — official portal
- Tanzania Immigration Department
- Australia — Smartraveller (Tanzania travel advice)
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Tanzania information
Tanzania is an East African country on the Indian Ocean, renowned for Mount Kilimanjaro and the Serengeti. It hosts rich biodiversity and leads regionally in conservation. With an economy growing through agriculture, tourism, and mining, it addresses human development challenges.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Tanzania from Australia?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Australia directly at the Tanzania border (allowed duration: 3 months).
How much does the Tanzania visa cost?▾
The tourist visa costs from 50 USD in official fees. Service fees may apply when using a provider.
How long can you stay in Tanzania?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 3 months.
What other visa types exist for Tanzania?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Tanzania offers among others: Class A/B Work Permit, Student visa, Investor visa, Transit eVisa, Business eVisa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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