How do Canadian citizens get a visa for Tanzania?

Canadian citizens must apply for an eVisa online through the official Tanzanian Immigration Services Department website before travelling.

How long can Canadian citizens stay in Tanzania with a tourist visa?

Typically, a tourist visa for Canadian citizens allows for a stay of up to 90 days in Tanzania.

What documents do Canadian citizens need for a Tanzania eVisa?

Generally, you will need a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity), a digital passport-sized photo, and details of your travel itinerary including return tickets. Additional documents may be requested.

Is a return ticket required for Canadian citizens entering Tanzania?

Yes, officials at the port of entry may ask for proof of a return or onward ticket from Tanzania.

How far in advance should Canadian citizens apply for a Tanzania eVisa?

It is advisable to apply for your eVisa at least a few weeks before your planned departure date to allow for processing time and any unexpected delays.

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Does Tanzania require a visa for Canadian citizens?

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Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Yes, Canadian citizens need a visa for Tanzania.

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Vaccinations for Tanzania

Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.

Conditional

Only if arriving from a risk area

Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.

Yellow Fever
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.

Recommended on health grounds

Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.

Hepatitis A
Recommended — food & water borne.
Typhoid
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Rabies
Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.
Malaria prevention
No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.

Official health sources

NHS Fit for Travel · Tanzania ↗CDC Travelers' Health · Tanzania ↗

→ Read the Yellow Fever briefing

Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.

Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.

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Canadian citizens travelling to Tanzania for tourism or short business trips must obtain an eVisa prior to arrival. You can apply for this visa online through the Tanzanian immigration website.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

Passport	Canadian passport
Purpose	Tourism / short business trip
Visa required	Yes — eVisa
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Passport validity	At least 6 months beyond your intended departure date
Return/onward ticket	Yes, generally required
Arrival form	May be required, check current regulations closer to travel
Last checked	22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

Ensure your passport has enough blank pages for stamps.
The eVisa application process can take several days, apply well in advance.
Always carry copies of your passport, flight tickets, and visa.
Rules can change, verify requirements before your trip.
Business visas may require additional documentation from your Tanzanian host.

Before you travel

Apply for your eVisa online through the official Tanzanian Immigration website.
Confirm your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure.
Book your return or onward ticket.
Obtain travel insurance covering medical emergencies and repatriation.
Check for any required vaccinations (e.g., Yellow Fever if coming from an endemic country).

Common questions

Yes, Canadian citizens are required to obtain a visa to enter Tanzania, even for tourism or short business trips.

Related briefings for Tanzania

Travel Health
Yellow Fever briefing
Full border-enforcement rules for the Yellow Fever certificate, including transit-country traps that catch Tanzania travellers out.
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