Yes, a visa is required to travel from Tanzania to Spain.
Do I need a visa for Spain from Tanzania?
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Tanzanian nationals need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Spain for tourism. It must be applied for before departure at the Spanish consulate or its visa service partner.
Spain is part of the Schengen area and Tanzania is not visa-exempt, so a Type C short-stay Schengen visa is required for a tourist trip. The application is filed in your country of residence, with Spain as your main destination or first point of entry into the area.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. As a Tanzanian citizen you must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa for tourist travel to Spain, for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The visa is valid across the whole Schengen area, but the application must be made to Spain when it is your main destination or, failing that, your first country of entry.
How and where to apply
Apply at the Spanish consulate responsible for your place of residence or at its external partner (BLS International frequently handles collection for Spain). Book an appointment, complete the Schengen form and attend in person to give biometric data. The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal (exteriores.gob.es) lists the competent consulate and partner for Tanzanian applicants.
Documents and fees
The file includes a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure with two blank pages, the signed form, a recent photo, a return flight booking, proof of accommodation, evidence of sufficient funds, and travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000. The visa fee is generally €90 for an adult, excluding the partner's service charge. Check exact amounts and reduced rates (children) on the official source.
Processing and tips
Processing usually takes 15 to 45 days; apply well ahead, but no more than six months before departure. Keep your itinerary, bookings and insurance consistent. Also check health entry requirements: Tanzania is a yellow-fever country, so a vaccination certificate may be required — confirm on the official source and keep copies of every document.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not file in the wrong country: if Spain is not your main destination, the consulate may reject the file. Do not omit the €30,000 medical insurance, a frequent cause of refusal. Check remaining passport validity and blank pages. Finally, do not book non-refundable tickets before the visa is granted.
Official sources
- Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, Unión Europea y Cooperación — Visados
- European Commission — Schengen short-stay visa
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Spain from Tanzania?▾
Yes, a consular visa is required: applications are made at the embassy or consulate before departure (allowed stay: 5 years).
How long can you stay in Spain?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 5 years.
What other visa types exist for Spain?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Spain offers among others: Self-Employment visa (Trabajo por Cuenta Propia), Employee visa (Trabajo por Cuenta Ajena), Highly Qualified Professional visa, Digital Nomad visa (International Teleworker, Ley 28/2022), Research visa (Investigación), Student visa (Visado de Estudios).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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