Tourist Visa to Tanzania

in Safari Planning & Tips by Araneta&Tan — July 10, 2009 at 1:35 pm | 0 comments

Applying for a tourist visa to Tanzania, Africa is very easy as long as you have all the requirements they ask for. The people you deal with at the embassy are very typical East African; they are very friendly, hospitable and always happy to answer any of your queries with a smile.

British Passport

There are two ways to apply for a tourist visa to Tanzania:-

1. Personal Application

This is a very straight forward way to apply for your tourist visa. Payments are cash basis only and it takes about 3 days to process your application. They also offer a 1 day service at an extra cost of £5.00

2. Postal Application

This will take about 10 days to process providing you have all the supporting documents. Payment methods are as follow and ensure to enclose original receipt with your visa application and a self addressed envelope.

Barclays Bank – payable to High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania
- Sort Code 200-47-35 Account Number 50914126
- Please include the following details on the payslip: date, name and passport number
Postal Order – payable to High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania

Visa Requirements:-

1. Application form – must be signed and completed accordingly

This visa application form can be downloaded on the website or it can be obtained directly at the embassy.

2. Passports – expiry should be no less than six months from date of entry

3. Two passport size photographs

4. Supporting letter – company letter, university letter or invitation from hosts

5. Visa Fee – £38 for single entry only

If you require more information, you can get in touch with the High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania directly. Their details are as follows:-

3 Stratford Place

London W1C 1AS

Tel: + 44 (0) 207 569 1470

E-mail: visa@tanzania-online.gov.uk

www.tanzania-online.gov.uk
Visa Application : 10:00 to 12:30

Visa Collection: 14:00 to 15:30