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Tanzania Somali passport holders require a visa for Tanzania; apply online for an eVisa through the official Tanzania Immigration portal before travel.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Tanzania requires Somali citizens to obtain a visa in advance; visa on arrival is not available for Somali passport holders.
- The recommended method is the Tanzania eVisa—apply online at visa.immigration.go.tz or eservices.immigration.go.tz at least 5–7 business days before travel.
- Application requires: valid passport (6+ months), passport photo, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, and payment by card.
- The nearest Tanzanian missions for in-person applications are the Embassy in Addis Ababa and Consulate General in Mombasa.
Stay
Single-entry tourist eVisa typically allows up to 90 days stay.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay with at least one blank page.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country (Somalia is endemic).
Always confirm current eVisa fees, processing times, and required documents with Tanzania Immigration before applying.
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Sources
- Tanzania Immigration — eVisa portal
- Tanzania Immigration Services Department — Official e-Visa Portal
- Tanzania Immigration — Countries which are not Required to Apply for Visa
- UK Government travel advice — Tanzania entry requirements
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.