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Tanzania visa policy changes for Nigerian nationals

Overview

Tanzania has updated its immigration policies to simplify travel for Nigerian nationals by removing them from the ‘Referred Visa Category’.

Previously, Nigerian passport holders were subject to a referral visa arrangement that required special approval from the Office of the Commissioner General of Immigration, often necessitating applications at least two months in advance. Under the new regulations, published in Government Gazette No. 246 of 2026, Nigerian citizens may now use Tanzania’s standard visa application procedures via the official online portal or at designated entry points.

While the change reduces administrative hurdles, Nigerian nationals are not exempt from visa requirements and must still obtain approval through standard channels. The policy shift is expected to facilitate increased movement for tourism, business, education, and conferences, potentially benefiting the aviation and hospitality sectors.

Entities

Tanzania Immigration Services Department · Tanzania · Nigeria · Paul J. Mselle · Samia Suluhu Hassan

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Tanzania eases visa procedures for Nigerian travelers

    Tanzania has removed Nigeria from its Referred Visa Category, allowing Nigerian travelers to use standard visa application procedures instead of undergoing additional prior immigration clearance.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Tanzania eases visa procedures for Nigerian nationals

    Tanzania has removed Nigeria from its referred visa category, allowing Nigerian nationals to use standard visa application procedures instead of seeking special immigration clearance.

Sources

fellowpress.com · gistreel.com · oguntoday.com.ng · premiumtimesng.com · punchng.com · von.gov.ng