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Travelling to Tanzania on a humanitarian trip - everything you need to know to obtain your e-Visa

If you are planning a humanitarian trip to Tanzania, obtaining an e-Visa is a crucial step. Here is the essential information you need to prepare your application and obtain your entry permit without a hitch.

Understanding the Tanzanian e-Visa system

Tanzania has introduced an electronic visa system to simplify entry procedures. This system also applies to humanitarian visitors.

Advantages of e-Visa

  • Simplified procedure compared to the traditional visa
  • Faster processing of requests
  • Avoid waiting on arrival to obtain a visa on the spot

e-Visa application procedure

Application stages

  1. Access the online form
  2. Fill in the form with your personal details
  3. Attach the required supporting documents
  4. Make your payment online

Documents required

For a humanitarian stay, you will need to provide :

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after the planned date of return
  • Recent digital identity photo
  • A return plane ticket
  • Letter of invitation from the humanitarian organisation in Tanzania
  • NGO's Registration Certificates

Important advice

  • Make your request at least 10 days before your departure
  • Carefully check all the information you have entered
  • Keep a printed copy of your approved e-Visa
  • The e-Visa is valid for entry within 90 days of issue.

Specific considerations for humanitarian trips

  • Make sure that the type of visa you are applying for corresponds to the nature of your humanitarian visit.
  • If you are staying for more than 90 days, you may need to apply for a residence permit once you arrive.