Do Syria Citizens Need a Visa for Tanzania in 2026?
Syrian citizens MUST obtain a 'Referral Visa' to enter Tanzania. This means your application requires special clearance from the Commissioner General of Immigration in Dar es Salaam, which can take up to 2 months.

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Step-by-Step Application Process
Find a Host
You need a registered company, NGO, or host in Tanzania to sponsor your visit.
Apply Online
Submit a Referral Visa application through the Tanzania e-Visa portal.
Wait for Clearance
Wait up to 2 months for the immigration department to review and approve.
Required Documents
- —Syrian passport valid for at least 6 months
- —Completed Tanzania e-Visa application (Referral Category)
- —Recent digital passport-sized photograph
- —Confirmed round-trip flight ticket
- —Letter of invitation from a host or company in Tanzania
- —Host's ID or company registration documents
- —Proof of yellow fever vaccination (if arriving from endemic zones)
Important Tips
- •Do NOT book non-refundable flights until the Referral Visa is officially approved.
- •Your host must provide their Certificate of Incorporation, Business License, and TIN if it's a company.
- •There is no 'expedited' processing for Referral Visas; patience is required.
- •Upload all documents clearly on the e-Visa portal to avoid rejection.
Easiest Way to Get It
Having a well-established company in Tanzania apply and follow up with the immigration office on your behalf is the only viable method.
What about Tanzania → Syria?
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Tanzania is East Africa's premier destination for wildlife and adventure, offering a quintessential African experience. From the vast, lion-roamed plains of the Serengeti and the volcanic majesty of Mount Kilimanjaro—Africa's highest peak—to the crystal-clear turquoise waters and spice-scented alleys of Zanzibar, it is a land of staggering natural diversity. Whether witnessing the Great Migration, exploring the prehistoric Ngorongoro Crater, or relaxing on pristine Indian Ocean beaches, Tanzania provides a profound connection to nature and a culture rooted in warmth and 'Hakuna Matata' spirit.
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