Tanzania visa on arrival for citizens of Canada: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Tanzania, and citizens of Canada can obtain it on arrival.
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Official fee
50 USD
Processing time
On arrival
Our guide to the Tanzania visa from Canada
Yes. Canadian nationals need a visa for Tanzania: it is issued on arrival, or applied for online (e-Visa) through the official immigration portal eservices.immigration.go.tz before departure.
Canadian travellers cannot enter Tanzania without a prior visa: the country issues an e-Visa through the official portal eservices.immigration.go.tz. The application is made online, from Canada, before the trip. The passport must be valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, a visa is required for Canadian travellers: the visa on arrival and the electronic tourist visa both cover short leisure stays in Tanzania, including Zanzibar. Some entry points may offer a visa on arrival, but an e-Visa obtained in advance secures boarding. Confirm the validity period and number of entries on the official portal.
How much does a visa for Tanzania cost from Canada?
50 USD
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for Tanzania really cost?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government fee50 USD
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
What documents are required for a visa for Tanzania?
The exact list for Tanzania is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Tanzania before you apply.
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid for at least six months, a photo, proof of accommodation and a return ticket. The single-entry tourist visa costs about USD 50; confirm the exact amount and accepted payment methods on the official portal at the time of application. A yellow-fever certificate may be required depending on your itinerary.
How to apply for a visa for Tanzania from Canada
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
How and where to apply
Go to the official portal eservices.immigration.go.tz, create your file and complete the online form from Canada. You upload a photo and the passport bio page, pay the fee by card and receive the e-Visa by email. No visit to the Tanzania High Commission is needed for a standard tourist stay.
Where do you apply for a visa for Tanzania from Canada?
A visa on arrival for Tanzania is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Canada on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Canada but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Tanzania take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Processing and tips
Submit the application several working days before departure, as processing can take time. Keep the approved e-Visa, printed or on your phone, for boarding and arrival checks. Double-check the passport number you enter, a frequent source of blocking errors.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
Common mistakes
Use only the official portal eservices.immigration.go.tz: middleman sites add surcharges. Do not travel without an approved e-Visa expecting to settle the formality on site. A passport valid for under six months frequently leads to refusal.
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Other visa types for Tanzania
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Tanzania e-Visa: official immigration portal
- Tanzania Immigration Services Department
- Travel.gc.ca: Tanzania travel advice (Government of Canada)
Guide generated automatically on July 26, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Price
50 USD
Transit eVisa
Transit visa
Duration
7 days
Price
30 USD
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Investor visa
Investor visa
Duration
5 years
Price
1,000–3,000 USD
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Class A/B Work Permit
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
2,000–3,000 USD
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
250 USD
Processing time
10 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
1 year
Price
50–550 USD
Processing time
10 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for extending your stay in Tanzania
- Plan your eVisa application in advance due to current processing delays.
- Ensure you have a valid passport for at least six months and an available visa page.
- For stays over 90 days, apply for a long-stay eVisa before departure.
Example: For stays over 90 days, it is recommended to contact the nearest embassy or consulate for information on long-stay visa options.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Tanzania from Canada?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Canada directly at the border of Tanzania.
How much does a tourist visa for Tanzania cost?▾
The tourist visa costs from 50 USD in official fees. Service fees may apply when using a provider.
How long does it take to get a visa for Tanzania?▾
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for.
How do you apply for a visa for Tanzania from Canada?▾
The visa is issued at the dedicated counter after landing. Before departure, check that your entry point actually issues it, and bring the fee, often in cash, along with your supporting documents.
What other visa types exist for Tanzania?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Tanzania offers among others: Business eVisa, Class A/B Work Permit, Student visa, Investor visa, Transit eVisa.
Data verified on 28/10/2026 · Our methodology
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