Tanzanian visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Tanzania for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Tanzania for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Tanzania e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Tanzania visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Tanzania tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Tanzania.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Tanzania.
If you are looking for Tanzania visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kenya, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Tanzania nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The High Commission of Tanzania in Nairobi, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 11 minutes)
- Mombasa: The Consulate General of Tanzania in Mombasa, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 11 minutes)
Tanzania visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Tanzania diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Tanzania from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 196,939 | N/A |
| 2009 | 196,939 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 191,147 | -2.94% |
| 2011 | 185,354 | -3.03% |
| 2012 | 200,801 | 8.33% |
| 2013 | 193,078 | -3.85% |
| 2014 | 188,214 | -2.52% |
| 2015 | 197,562 | 4.97% |
| 2016 | 233,730 | 18.31% |
| 2017 | 230,922 | -1.20% |
| 2018 | 221,685 | -4.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Tanzania & Kenya comparison
Tanzania's area is approximately 885,800 km2 (342,009 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 55.64% smaller than Tanzania.
As of November 2025, Tanzania's population is ~68.6 million people - 8,733,393 more people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Tanzania & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Tanzania | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 68,634,616 | 59,901,223 | 8.7 million more people live in Tanzania than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 38 | 5 | Tanzania has 33 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 43 | Tanzania passport holders visit 0 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 94 | Tanzanian hosts 41 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Tanzania in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Tanzania in 2018 was approximately 221,685.
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