Lesotho visa for Tanzanian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Tanzanian passport holders visiting Lesotho for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Tanzanian citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Tanzanian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Tanzanian citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Tanzanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Tanzania, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 1759.84 kilometers (1093.52 mi) away from Dodoma, Tanzania. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 42 minutes).
- Johannesburg: The Consulate of in Johannesburg, ~ 2440.09 kilometers (1516.20 mi) away from Dodoma, Tanzania. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 42 minutes).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Tanzania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Tanzania traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Tanzania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 11 | N/A |
| 2015 | 11 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 12 | 9.09% |
| 2017 | 11 | -8.33% |
| 2018 | 12 | 9.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Tanzania comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Tanzania is approximately 885,800 km2 (342,009 sq mi). This means Tanzania is 29.18 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 66,406,678 fewer people than the population of Tanzania.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Tanzania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Tanzania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 68,634,616 | 66.4 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Tanzania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 38 | Lesotho has 24 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Tanzania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 43 | Lesotho passport holders can visit 5 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 53 | Lesotho hosts 46 fewer foreign missions than Tanzania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Tanzania travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Tanzania visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 12.
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- Maseru to Dodoma: 2417.51 km (1502.17 mi)
- Travel time: 5 hours 2 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025