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Tanzania Travel Restrictions

10.54% of citizens have been vaccinated No change since last week
Unvaccinated visitors from India can enter Tanzania with a negative COVID-19 test result.
Fully vaccinated visitors from India can enter Tanzania without restrictions.

For restrictions that apply to vaccinated visitors, please check the official guidelines from Tanzania for the types of accepted and permitted COVID-19 vaccinations, requirements on proof of vaccination certificates, vaccination validity period, and persons and/or groups that may be exempt from vaccination restrictions.

Tanzania entry details and exceptions

Most travelers can enter Tanzania, but there are restrictions. Temperature and health screening are required for all travelers on arrival in Tanzania.

Outgoing travel to TanzaniaTravelling from India to Tanzania

COVID-19 testing requirements
Test type

Unvaccinated visitors from India must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken within 72 hours before departing to Tanzania.

Fully vaccinated visitors with approved vaccination certificates do not need to present a negative COVID-19 test.

Details and exceptions
This requirement does not apply to fully vaccinated travelers, travelers in transit, and travelers aged 5 years and under.
Travelers who have been in countries with high cases of COVID-19 in the last 14 days must take a COVID-19 rapid antigen test on arrival in Tanzania at their own expense. Unvaccinated travelers who have no pre-departure test certificate will be required to undergo a COVID-19 RT-PCR or rapid antigen test on arrival.
Travelers arriving in Tanzania Mainland are recommended to pay for the test before traveling, through the Tanzania Mainland Travel Form.
Quarantine requirements

Visitors from India are not required to quarantine after entering Tanzania.

Details and exceptions
Travelers are not required to quarantine upon arrival in Tanzania. Travelers who test positive on their test on arrival and those who are symptomatic will be required to quarantine at their own cost at designated places until released by a negative test result or after medical evaluation.
Documents
Health Surveillance Form
Travelers are required to complete an online Health Surveillance Form a maximum of 24 hours before arrival in Tanzania. Travelers will then receive a Unique Health Code (UHC), which they will present to health officials upon arrival.
Electronic Visitor Visa
To visit Tanzania for Business or Tourism, you require a visa. An eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a visa as you can submit an application and supporting documents online. If approved, you'll receive your eVisa confirmation electronically. When you arrive at immigration, you will be asked for your passport and eVisa to ensure you have proper documentation.
Health Surveillance Form for Zanzibar
Travelers are required to complete an online Health Surveillance Form a maximum of 24 hours before arrival in Zanzibar. Travelers will then receive a Unique Health Code (UHC), which they will present to health officials upon arrival.

Return travelReturning to India from Tanzania

COVID-19 testing requirements
Test type

Unvaccinated travelers returning from Tanzania must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken within 72 hours before departure to India.

Fully vaccinated travellers with approved vaccination certificates do not need to present a negative COVID-19 test.

Details and exceptions
Travelers should upload their negative RT-PCR test report in the Air Suvidha Portal prior to boarding their flight.
Travelers will undergo a medical screening upon arrival and may be subject to a covid-19 molecular test at their own expense.
Children under 5 years of age are exempted from both pre and post-arrival testing.
Fully vaccinated travelers with WHO-recognized or Nationally-recognized vaccines are also exempted from testing requirements. Proof of vaccination should be uploaded in the Air Suvidha Portal.
Quarantine requirements

Visitors returning from Tanzania are not required to quarantine upon entering India.

Details and exceptions
Quarantine is no longer required. However, travelers are advised to self-monitor their health for 14 days from arrival and if they develop signs and symptoms suggestive of COVID19, they should immediately self-isolate and report to their nearest health facility or call National helpline number (1075)/ State Helpline Number.
Documents

Other COVID-19 restrictions for Tanzania

Masks:Recommended in public spaces.
Restaurants:Open
Bars:Open

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