Kenya to Tanzania visa requirements

Visa-free

EAC citizens (including Kenya) are generally admitted without a visa, and may receive an EAC visitor pass (up to 6 months).

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay 180 days
Passport validity Passport or authorized travel document valid for not less than six months.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Recommended

What Kenya travellers need to know

If you hold a Kenya passport and plan to visit Tanzania for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.

EAC citizens (including Kenya) are generally admitted without a visa, and may receive an EAC visitor pass (up to 6 months).

Typical stay guidance: EAC visitor pass validity can be up to six months (subject to immigration discretion).

Passport rule: Passport or authorized travel document valid for not less than six months.

Always confirm requirements for your specific route/airline and any recent policy changes.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Kenya to Tanzania.

Entry requirements

  • You must still meet Tanzania entry requirements and will be issued entry permission at the border.

Stay

EAC visitor pass validity can be up to six months (subject to immigration discretion).

Always confirm requirements for your specific route/airline and any recent policy changes.

How to prepare (Kenya → Tanzania)

  1. 1

    Confirm Tanzania still lists Kenya as visa-free for your travel dates.

  2. 2

    Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.

  3. 3

    Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.

  4. 4

    Carry proof of funds for your stay in Tanzania.

  5. 5

    Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Kenya passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Tanzania
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Kenya citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Kenya travellers need visa-free for tourism to Tanzania. EAC citizens (including Kenya) are generally admitted without a visa, and may receive an EAC visitor pass (up to 6 months).

How long can I stay in Tanzania on a Kenya passport?

EAC visitor pass validity can be up to six months (subject to immigration discretion).

What documents should Kenya travellers carry to Tanzania?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.

Where can I verify Tanzania entry rules officially?

Start with: Tanzania High Commission in Nairobi — VISA Entry Requirements. Requirements can change without notice.

Sources

Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.