Tanzania•AfricaMigrant Pass
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Pass for individuals with long-standing residence in Tanzania (since 1972 or earlier) seeking to formalize their status. Requires documentary evidence and local authority recommendations.
Migrant Pass recognizes long-term residents of Tanzania with established history in the country. Designed for individuals with deep roots and community ties.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Or national ID if no passport
VEO recommendation letter
From Village Executive Officer
WEO recommendation letter
From Ward Executive Officer
RIO covering letter
From Regional Immigration Officer
Documentary evidence
Proof of continuous residence since 1972
Birth certificate
Where applicable
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Advantages
- Recognizes long-term residents
- Renewable indefinitely
- Pathway to established residency
- Community-based support system
Considerations
- Requires very long residency history (since 1972)
- Multiple local authority approvals needed
- Complex documentation requirements
- 4-8 weeks processing
Application Process
Determine eligibility
Verify residence in Tanzania since 1972
Obtain local recommendations
Get letters from VEO (Village Executive Officer) and WEO (Ward Executive Officer)
Gather supporting documents
Collect birth certificates and residence evidence
Obtain RIO covering letter
Get Regional Immigration Officer support letter
Submit migrant pass application
File complete application to immigration
Pay pass fee
Complete USD 100 or applicable payment
Receive migrant pass
Get pass issued
Application Forms
Migrant Pass Application
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