Tanzanian visa for Russian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Russian passport holders visiting Tanzania for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Russian citizens to enter Tanzania for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Tanzania e-visa for Russian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Tanzania visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Eligible | |
Tanzania tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian 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 Russia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Tanzania nearest your place of residence.
- Moscow: The Embassy of Tanzania in Moscow, Russia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 29 minutes)
Tanzania visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Tanzania diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Tanzania from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7,732 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,286 | -5.77% |
| 2010 | 7,658 | 5.11% |
| 2011 | 7,732 | 0.97% |
| 2012 | 7,509 | -2.88% |
| 2013 | 7,732 | 2.97% |
| 2014 | 7,806 | 0.96% |
| 2015 | 7,658 | -1.90% |
| 2016 | 7,286 | -4.86% |
| 2017 | 7,435 | 2.05% |
| 2018 | 7,286 | -2.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Tanzania & Russia comparison
Tanzania's area is approximately 885,800 km2 (342,009 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 18.49 times bigger than Tanzania.
As of October 2025, Tanzania's population is ~68.6 million people - 77,591,714 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Tanzania & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Tanzania | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 68,634,616 | 146,226,330 | 77.6 million fewer people live in Tanzania than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 38 | 242 | Tanzania has 204 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 78 | Tanzania passport holders visit 35 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 242 | Tanzanian hosts 189 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Tanzania in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Tanzania in 2018 was approximately 7,286.
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