Tanzania Visa from Dubai: eVisa & Safari Guide 2026

The vast majority of nationalities residing in the UAE require a visa or eVisa to enter Tanzania. This includes Indian, Pakistani, Egyptian, Filipino, Bangladeshi, British, and most European passport holders living in Dubai. UAE nationals (Emirati passport holders) also require a visa for Tanzania.

Tanzania offers several visa categories for tourists and visitors. Understanding which type suits your trip helps avoid unnecessary complications at the border.

For most Dubai residents visiting Tanzania on holiday — whether it's a Serengeti safari, Zanzibar beach stay, or Kilimanjaro climb — the standard Ordinary Tourist Visa (USD 50, single entry, up to 90 days) is the appropriate choice. If you are planning to combine Tanzania with Kenya and Uganda, consider the East Africa Tourist Visa (USD 100) for better flexibility.

Tanzania offers two primary methods for most nationalities to obtain a tourist visa: the online eVisa (applied before departure) and the visa on arrival (obtained at the airport or border). Both are valid options, but they have significant differences in terms of convenience, processing risk, and wait times.

The Tanzania eVisa is applied for on the official Tanzania Immigration Services Department portal. The process is fully online — no embassy visit, no appointment, and no physical documents need to be submitted by post.

1. 1Visit the official Tanzania eVisa portal at eservices.immigration.go.tz. This is the only government-authorised portal — avoid third-party visa agent websites that charge excessive fees.
2. 2Create an account using your email address. Check your inbox for a verification email and confirm your account.
3. 3Click "Apply for Visa" and select the visa category — for tourism, select "Ordinary Visa (Single Entry)" unless you qualify for another type.
4. 4Complete the application form: personal details (full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number), contact details in the UAE, employment information, and travel plans.
5. 5Enter your Tanzania travel itinerary — arrival/departure dates, purpose of visit, and where you will be staying (hotel or safari lodge name and address).
6. 6Upload the required documents: scanned passport bio page, recent digital passport photograph (white background, colour), and yellow fever vaccination certificate.
7. 7Review all information carefully before proceeding. Errors in passport numbers or names can cause rejection.
8. 8Pay the eVisa fee — USD 50 (~AED 184) — using a credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard accepted). International cards from UAE banks are accepted.
9. 9Submit your application. You will receive a confirmation email with a reference number. Keep this for tracking.
10. 10Wait 5–10 business days. You will receive your approved eVisa letter by email. Print it or save it on your phone — present it at check-in and upon arrival in Tanzania.

OraVisa recommends applying at least 3 weeks before your travel date. While many applications are processed within 5 working days, peak periods — especially the Great Migration season (July–October) and December holidays — can see extended processing times.

Tanzania's eVisa document requirements are relatively straightforward compared to European or North American visa applications. However, the yellow fever certificate is a non-negotiable requirement that many first-time applicants overlook.

The yellow fever vaccination certificate deserves special attention. Tanzania is listed as a country where yellow fever vaccination is required for entry. You must show an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (the yellow booklet) issued by an approved vaccination centre. In Dubai, yellow fever vaccinations are available at DHA-approved travel clinics — the Rashid Hospital Travel Medicine Clinic and Dubai Health Authority vaccination centres are popular options. Allow at least 10 days after vaccination before travel, as the certificate is only valid from the 10th day after the jab.

Understanding the full cost picture before booking helps avoid budget surprises. Here is a complete breakdown of Tanzania visa and travel costs from Dubai.

Tanzania offers some of the world's most iconic travel experiences. Planning your itinerary around these highlights ensures you make the most of your visa.

• The Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti (July–October) is considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World — over 1.5 million wildebeest cross the Mara River in dramatic scenes.
• Zanzibar offers pristine white-sand beaches, a UNESCO-listed Stone Town with Arab-Swahili architecture, and world-class diving at Mnemba Atoll.
• Kilimanjaro is the world's tallest free-standing mountain and can be climbed without technical mountaineering skills — the Marangu and Machame routes are popular with first-time climbers.
• The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, hosting approximately 25,000 large animals.
• Tanzania's national parks charge separate conservation fees (Serengeti: USD 70–82 per person per day) — factor these into your overall budget.

Dubai has excellent air connections to Tanzania, making it one of the most accessible African safari destinations for UAE residents.

OraVisa assists Dubai residents with Tanzania eVisa applications, ensuring all documents are correctly prepared and submitted. Our consultants are familiar with the most common reasons for Tanzania eVisa delays — including incorrect photo specifications, missing accommodation details, and yellow fever certificate upload errors — and can help you avoid them.