Vietnam Visa for Tanzanians citizens

Tanzanians passport holders are REQUIRED to get a Vietnam visa. See requirements & fees of Vietnam visa for Tanzanians citizens here!

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Do Tanzanians passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. As of January 2026, Tanzanians citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Tanzanians residents may obtain an e-visa online.

  • With the easiest option being the 90-day eVisa (electronic visa) for tourism or business
  • Must be valid for at least 6 months with one blank page
  • A recent passport-style photo is required

Visa requirement for Tanzanians citizens summary:

Available Visas Visa Requirements Visa Information Get This Visa
Business Visa required For business travelers holding Tanzanians passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. Get it as soon as
Tourist Visa required For Tanzanians passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as
Work Visa required For Tanzanians nationals who intend to work in Vietnam.
Student Visa required For students from Tanzania who plan to study in Vietnam.

How to apply

Tanzanians passport holders or foreign passports living in Tanzania can choose between 03 available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam.

E-visa application

To apply for an e-visa online from Tanzania, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Tanzanians passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 131450 TZS)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Dodoma time on .
  5. Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.

Apply at the embassy

To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Tanzania, the following documents are required:

  • Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
  • Application form (Click here to download)
  • 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
  • Visa application fees

Apply for visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for applicants who plan to arrive Vietnam by air from Tanzania. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

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Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in TZS)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 28680 TZS 57360 TZS
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 33460 TZS 62140 TZS
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 47800 TZS 76480 TZS
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 59750 TZS 88430 TZS
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 215100 TZS 260510 TZS
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 227050 TZS 272460 TZS
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 262900 TZS 332210 TZS
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 298750 TZS 368060 TZS

*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Shilling, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Tanzania can use the e-visa to enter at one of the following ports of entry/exit in Vietnam:

Ports of entry/exit Distance and travel time (from Tanzania)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 8217.7 km / 5106.3 miles (13 hours, 41 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 8300.7 km / 5157.8 miles (13 hours, 50 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 8369.1 km / 5200.3 miles (13 hours, 56 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 7955.4 km / 4943.2 miles (13 hours, 15 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 8343.1 km / 5184.1 miles (13 hours, 54 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 8297.7 km / 5156.0 miles (13 hours, 49 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 7772.4 km / 4829.5 miles (12 hours, 57 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 8071.6 km / 5015.5 miles (13 hours, 27 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 8246.9 km / 5124.4 miles (13 hours, 44 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 8125.8 km / 5049.1 miles (13 hours, 32 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 8080.5 km / 5021.0 miles (13 hours, 28 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 8328.5 km / 5175.1 miles (13 hours, 52 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 7826.8 km / 4863.4 miles (13 hours, 2 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 8187.0 km / 5087.1 miles (13 hours, 38 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 8068.3 km / 5013.4 miles (13 hours, 26 minutes)
La Lay Landport 8219.8 km / 5107.6 miles (13 hours, 41 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 8024.7 km / 4986.3 miles (13 hours, 22 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 8444.1 km / 5246.9 miles (14 hours, 4 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 7998.2 km / 4969.8 miles (13 hours, 19 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 8074.2 km / 5017.1 miles (13 hours, 27 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 7914.6 km / 4917.9 miles (13 hours, 11 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 7881.9 km / 4897.6 miles (13 hours, 8 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 7927.9 km / 4926.2 miles (13 hours, 12 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 8015.8 km / 4980.8 miles (13 hours, 21 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 8329.7 km / 5175.9 miles (13 hours, 52 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 8345.7 km / 5185.8 miles (13 hours, 54 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 7769.2 km / 4827.5 miles (12 hours, 56 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 8338.8 km / 5181.5 miles (13 hours, 53 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 8298.3 km / 5156.3 miles (13 hours, 49 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 8372.6 km / 5202.5 miles (13 hours, 57 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 8405.5 km / 5223.0 miles (14 hours, 0 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 8085.4 km / 5024.0 miles (13 hours, 28 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 8118.5 km / 5044.6 miles (13 hours, 31 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Tanzania Vietnam Differences
Local time 23:28 (30 January, 2026) 03:28 (31 January, 2026) Tanzania is 4.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 59,973,187 97,457,492 37,484,305 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather light rain 29°C (Dodoma) light rain 24°C (Hanoi) 5°C higher than Vietnam
Distance Dodoma
  • Hanoi (8218.0 km / 5106.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (8072.0 km / 5015.0 miles)
Average distance is 8144 km or 5060 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Tanzania
  • Upcoming holiday is March Equinox which will occur in 1 month, 2 weeks.
The next public holiday in Vietnam is Feb. 14, 2026 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Dodoma local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Tanzania?

Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Tanzania is located at Plot 15 Bongoyo Rd, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Tanzanians citizens?

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 131450 TZS) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Tanzania?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 10:00 AM on 02 February 2026 (Dodoma local time).

How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?

If you are currently residing in Tanzania, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.
  • Call the embassy in Tanzania for visa information: +255 22 266 4535.