Tanzania•AfricaStudent Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
9 days
Application Fee
50 USD
Stay Duration
3 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign nationals pursuing academic studies, research, internships, volunteering, or exchange programs at registered institutions in Tanzania.
Student Visa is designed for international students pursuing full-time academic education, research, internships, volunteering, or exchange programs at accredited institutions in Tanzania. Exchange students from partner countries receive free student visas.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity, 1 blank page
Passport photo
Recent passport-sized photo
Admission letter
From registered institution in Tanzania
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing ability to support stay
Private medical insurance
Coverage for duration of studies
Covering letter
From host institution detailing course and duration
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
If from endemic country
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Advantages
- Supports full academic study
- Can cover multi-year programs
- Allows internships and volunteering
- Exchange students eligible for free visas
- Relatively affordable pricing
Considerations
- Requires institution admission
- Medical insurance mandatory
- Not suitable for non-academic purposes
- No work authorization outside studies
Application Process
Obtain admission
Secure admission from registered institution in Tanzania
Prepare documents
Gather admission letter, proof of funds, health insurance
Complete online application
Fill out student visa application
Upload documents
Submit admission, financial proof, and other required documents
Pay visa fee
USD 50 for programs up to 90 days, USD 250 for longer programs
Await decision
Receive approval notification via email
Application Forms
Student Visa Application
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