COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Tanzania (2 December Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• Yes

• Foreigners can enter the country.

Is transit allowed through the country?

• Yes

• Transit services are allowed; however, all travellers must have a confirmed ticket for their final destination. If confirmation of the final destination is on a separate ticket, the traveller will need to get a transit visa at their own expense at Dar es Salaam.

Is a test required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Travellers will be screened on arrival and could be required to take a COVID-19 test if they are showing symptoms of COVID-19.

Is a test certificate allowed?

• Yes

• Test certificates issued by the foreign countries are accepted.

Test certificate required?

• No with exceptions

• Border entry requirements by the government of Tanzania continue to change. At this time, the government of Tanzania has removed the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test.

  • A traveller’s airline or country of origin may require a COVID-19 certificate upon departure. If so, then Tanzania may also request the traveller to present the certificate on arrival.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• No with exception

• Quarantine is not generally required on arrival. You may be required to quarantine for 14 days if a COVID-19 test is completed on arrival.

• Cargo drivers will be quarantined at a government-designated hotel or within their trucks during their stay.

Entry form required? (health or other)

• Yes

• All arrivals will need to complete a “Health Surveillance Form” while on the plane or any other transportation and submit the completed form to the authorities upon arrival.

Airline restrictions

• Minimal

• International and domestic flights are operating.

• Flight services between Tanzania and Kenya have resumed.

• Health screening measures are installed at the entry ports including airports.

• Crew members will need to provide details of their final destinations at the entry ports. Only one stop will be allowed at a government-designated location.

Border restrictions

• Moderate

• Borders are open except the Nakonde border with Zambia, which is currently closed to passenger traffic but open for cargo movement.

• Tanzania is open for tourism.

Curfew restrictions

• Minimal

• There is no curfew at this time.

Social distancing restrictions

• Minimal

• There are no restrictions on public gatherings.

Internal travel restrictions

• Moderate

• TAZARA is currently operating domestic trains.

• There are no restrictions on intercity or interstate travel.

• Only three passengers are allowed per vehicle.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Markets are currently open until 18:00.

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Hotels in the country must go through a COVID-19 certification process for approval to open, and official documents must be placed at the entrances of all facilities.

Restaurants open?

• Yes with exceptions

• Many restaurants are closed. However, restaurants that are allowed to reopen can provide take away service.

Bars and cafes open?

• Yes

• Few bars and cafes are open.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes

• Tourist facilities in the country must go through a COVID-19 certification process for approval to open, and official documents must be placed at the entrances of all facilities.

Events allowed?

• Yes

• Social events, such as weddings, are allowed.

• Sporting events and activities have resumed.

Museums and heritage sites open?

• Yes

• Most non-essential services and businesses are open.

Places of worship open?

• Yes

• Churches and other places of worship are allowed to reopen.

Masks required in public?

• No

• Masks are recommended, however, there is no requirement to wear a mask.

Other

• Some schools have resumed classes.

Advice

The COVID-19 epidemic is changing constantly worldwide. This information is subject to change as the situation evolves. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Some countries are beginning to remove some restrictions gradually. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country’s embassy for information on your specific travel plans.