Tanzania: requires e-Visa or visa on arrival for US citizens — not visa-free.
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| Requirement | e-Visa required |
| Typical stay allowed | Varies |
| Advance authorization | e-Visa or visa on arrival |
| Passport validity buffer | 6 months |
US citizens need a visa for Tanzania (including Zanzibar), available as an e-Visa online in advance or a visa on arrival for a fee — it is not visa-free.
Yes. US citizens need a visa for Tanzania (including Zanzibar), available as an e-Visa online in advance or a visa on arrival for a fee — it is not visa-free.
Tanzania doesn't publish a simple visa-free duration for US citizens in the way most tourist destinations do — check current requirements for your specific trip length.
Yes — e-Visa or visa on arrival is required, and should be arranged before you travel, ideally as soon as you have your itinerary.
A commonly-applied rule is that your passport should remain valid at least 6 months beyond your trip. Always confirm the exact requirement close to your travel date.