VISAS
Tanzania
Visas are required for entry into Tanzania by citizens of most countries so please
check well in advance with the Tanzanian Embassy or Consulate in your country.
It is possible to get visas on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Dar Es
Salaam and at the borders between Kenya and Tanzania (Namanga/Isebania). US citizens
are required to pay $100 for a multi-entry visa whilst citizens of almost all other non-African
countries can get a single entry visa for $50 (you can request a multi-entry if required). We
highly recommend checking with the US Embassy in your country of origin for newest
requirements.
If you intend to use US dollars cash to buy a visa, the USD currency must be dated
2004 or newer. Tanzania visa officials and many banks will not accept any USD bills that are
dated prior to 2004.
You can check these Tanzanian government websites for visa information - USA, UK
or Australia (http://www.tanzaniaconsul.com/) – although sometimes the information they
present is different – ahhh that’s Africa already.
Kenya
Kenya introduced mandatory electronic travel authorization. You may be denied
boarding of your flight to Kenya or denied entry to Kenya if you do not have your printed copy
of your ETA with you.
Please check your local Kenyan Consulate or Embassy for the requirements and ETA
application link. https://www.etakenya.go.ke/en
Await your approval which will be sent to you by email. This will take 2 to 3 days to
process so ensure that you plan in advance. Print a copy of your visa to present to the
immigration officer at your point of entry into Kenya.
