Zanzibar visa

No. Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, so the same visa covers entry to both mainland Tanzania and the Zanzibar archipelago.

Yes. One visa lets you travel freely between the mainland and Zanzibar, no need to apply twice or pay extra fees when moving between them. When you apply, just choose the place where you’ll arrive first.

Yes. Visa on arrival is available at Zanzibar’s international airport for eligible nationalities. It’s convenient for last-minute trips, but processing at the airport can take longer during busy periods, so applying online ahead of time is usually faster. Some nationalities need special clearance and can’t get one on arrival.

A multiple-entry visa is valid for up to 1 year, with stays of up to 90 days per visit. US citizens must apply for it, even for a single trip. Other travelers can only get it in specific cases, such as non-resident company directors or spouses of Tanzanian residents, and must upload supporting documents.

Yes. Every traveler, including children, needs their own visa application unless they’re a citizen of an exempt country.

No, it only covers Tanzania, including Zanzibar. If you’re planning to visit neighboring countries like Kenya or Uganda too, check their own entry requirements before you travel.

You’ll need to apply for an extension at an Immigration Office before it expires. Approval isn’t guaranteed, and overstaying can lead to fines or problems when you leave.

It depends on your transit. If you stay within the airport’s international transit area and don’t clear immigration, you typically don’t need a visa (check with your airline if you’re not sure). If you leave the airport, you’ll need a visa; for just passing through, that’s a transit visa valid for up to 7 days.

Yes, if you’re arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is required at entry. It’s worth checking current requirements before you travel, as rules can vary depending on your route.

Yes. Cruise passengers who go ashore need the same visa as other visitors, unless they hold a passport from a visa-exempt country.

Yes. Since October 2024, all foreign non-resident visitors to Zanzibar must have the mandatory inbound travel insurance issued by the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. You buy it online before your trip, and it’s required even if you already have your own travel insurance.