Tanzania Passport & Visa Fees
Tanzania passport and visa fees — ordinary, diplomatic, official, e-visa, transit. 2026 official rates.
Passport fees
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Ordinary passport (32 pages, 5 yrs) | TZS 100,000 |
| Ordinary passport (48 pages, 10 yrs) | TZS 150,000 |
| Diplomatic passport | TZS 250,000 |
| Service passport | TZS 200,000 |
| Child passport (under 16, 5 yrs) | TZS 50,000 |
| Lost passport replacement | TZS 200,000 |
| Express service (3 days) | TZS 250,000 |
| East African Community passport (legacy) | TZS 0 |
Visa & permit fees
| Type | Fee (USD or TZS equiv.) |
|---|---|
| Single entry (3-month tourist) | TZS 130,000 |
| Multiple entry (6/12 months) | TZS 260,000 |
| Transit visa (≤ 7 days) | TZS 80,000 |
| Business visa (single) | TZS 250,000 |
| East African tourist visa (TZ-KE-UG) | TZS 260,000 |
| Student visa (annual) | TZS 250,000 |
| Work permit Class A (investor) | TZS 8,000,000 |
| Work permit Class B (skilled) | TZS 5,500,000 |
| Work permit Class C (other) | TZS 5,500,000 |
| Residence permit Class A (investor) | TZS 4,000,000 |
| Residence permit Class B (worker) | TZS 2,500,000 |
| Residence permit Class C (other) | TZS 1,300,000 |
Indicative 2026 rates. Confirm latest at immigration.go.tz before applying.
Tanzania passports & visas — at a glance
The Department of Immigration Services (immigration.go.tz) issues passports for Tanzanian citizens and visas for foreigners. Most applications now go through the e-immigration portal, with biometric capture at an immigration office.
Passport types
- Ordinary 32-page (5 years) — TZS 100,000. Standard for most citizens.
- Ordinary 48-page (10 years) — TZS 150,000. Best value for frequent travellers.
- Diplomatic — TZS 250,000. Government use only.
- Child (under 16) — TZS 50,000, valid 5 years. Photo + birth certificate required.
Visa types for foreigners
- Single-entry tourist visa — USD 50 (≈ TZS 130,000). 3 months.
- Multiple-entry — USD 100 (≈ TZS 260,000). 6 or 12 months.
- EAC tourist visa — covers Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda for 90 days.
- e-Visa — apply at eservices.immigration.go.tz; receive PDF authorisation.
- Work permit Class A/B/C — TZS 5.5–8M annually depending on classification.
Useful tips
- Apply for renewal at least 6 months before expiry — many countries require 6 months validity.
- Use the 10-year passport if you travel often — same forms, only 50% extra fee.
- For lost passport, get a police report first, then apply for replacement.
- Express service (3-day) is available at TZS 250,000 premium.
See also: Visa Cost by Nationality, NIDA Replacement Cost.
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