🇹🇿 Tanzania visa requirements for Sao Tomean citizens
Sao Tomean citizens can get a visa on arrival when entering Tanzania — no embassy visit needed beforehand.
Entry rules for São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders
Sao Tomean travelers can obtain their visa directly at the border or airport when arriving in Tanzania. Bring a passport with at least six months' validity, passport photos, and the visa fee (often payable only in cash). Lines can be long at peak times, so check whether Tanzania also offers an e-visa to skip the queue.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Tanzania immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
About Tanzania
- Capital
- Dodoma
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Currency
- Tanzanian shilling (Sh)
- Languages
- English, Swahili
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Frequently asked questions
Do Sao Tomean citizens need a visa for Tanzania?
Sao Tomean citizens can get a visa on arrival when entering Tanzania — no embassy visit needed beforehand.
What currency is used in Tanzania?
The currency in Tanzania is the Tanzanian shilling (Sh). The capital city is Dodoma.
Is this information up to date?
This page is refreshed weekly from the open Passport Index dataset. Current status: Visa on arrival for Sao Tomean citizens traveling to Tanzania. Always double-check with official sources before booking, as rules can change at short notice.
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