Tanzania to Gabon visa requirements

eVisa

Tanzanian passport holders require a Gabon visa; apply online for an eVisa before travel.

Last verified: 2026-03-11

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Entry type eVisa
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel may be required.

What Tanzania travellers need to know

If you hold a Tanzania passport and plan to visit Gabon for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.

Tanzanian passport holders require a Gabon visa; apply online for an eVisa before travel.

Typical stay guidance: Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.

Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.

Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Confirm current requirements with Gabon DGDI.

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

Entry requirements

  • Gabon requires Tanzanian citizens to obtain a visa; apply online through evisa.dgdi.ga before travel.
  • Required: valid passport (6+ months), application form, photos, proof of accommodation, return ticket.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Stay

Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Confirm current requirements with Gabon DGDI.

How to prepare (Tanzania → Gabon)

  1. 1

    Apply on the official Gabon eVisa portal before you travel.

  2. 2

    Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.

  3. 3

    Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.

  4. 4

    Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.

  5. 5

    Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Tanzania passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Gabon
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Onward travel: Proof of return or onward travel may be required.
  • Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
  • Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for Gabon?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Tanzania travellers need eVisa for tourism to Gabon. Tanzanian passport holders require a Gabon visa; apply online for an eVisa before travel.

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

Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.

What documents should Tanzania travellers carry to Gabon?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Where can I verify Gabon entry rules officially?

Start with: Gabon DGDI — e-Visa portal; UK Government travel advice — Gabon entry requirements. Requirements can change without notice.

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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.