Inbound travel insurance requirement
Effective 1 October 2026, foreign visitors entering Tanzania are required to obtain the applicable Inbound Travel Insurance.
This is determined by their first point of entry into the country for a Tanzania safari.
Through Mainland Tanzania entry, the requirement is established under the Insurance (Inbound Travel Insurance) Regulations, 2026 – Government Notice No. 256. It applies to entry through airports, seaports, and land borders. Additionally, the Tanzania safari inbound policy has a premium of USD 44 and covers up to 92 days.
Additionally, view inbound insurance regulations.
Ensuring your guests’ journey is seamless, Inquisitive Africa recommends arranging the required insurance before travelling to Tanzania, where possible. Additionally, this helps make the trip go smoothly.
At a glance: Standard Adult Premium — USD 44 equivalent in Tanzanian Shillings. Additionally, validity extends up to 92 days, including multiple entries. Purchase is available online before travel or at the point of entry.
Coverage includes:
* Emergency medical treatment
* Emergency medical evacuation
* Emergency repatriation
* Loss of luggage
Current NIC package information also provides:
* Infants aged 0–2: Free of charge
* Children aged 3–17: 50% discount
* Groups of 10 or more: Adults receive a 10% discount on the standard premium
VIEW INBOUND INSURANCE OPERATIONS PRESENTATION
MAINLAND TANZANIA OR ZANZIBAR: WHICH INSURANCE DO I NEED?
Your applicable inbound insurance provider is determined by your first point of entry into Tanzania.
ENTERING THROUGH MAINLAND TANZANIA FIRST
Visitors whose first point of entry is Mainland Tanzania should obtain their Inbound Travel Insurance through the National Insurance Corporation (NIC).
ENTERING THROUGH ZANZIBAR FIRST
Visitors whose first point of entry is Zanzibar should obtain their Inbound Travel Insurance through the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC). ZIC currently provides a dedicated mandatory inbound insurance service for visitors entering the country.
Once you have obtained the applicable inbound insurance based on your first point of entry, you do not need to purchase a second inbound policy when subsequently travelling between Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar during the validity of your cover.
Please keep a digital or printed copy of your insurance certificate readily available for verification throughout your journey.
NIC’s current operational framework also provides for system integration with ZIC to facilitate verification of inbound travel insurance policies issued by ZIC.
WHO IS EXEMPT?
According to current NIC operational guidance, the following categories are exempt from the Mainland inbound insurance requirement:
* Tanzanian residents
* Foreign nationals holding valid work or residence permits
* Diaspora
* Diplomats
* Transit passengers
* Residents of East African Community (EAC) Partner States
* Residents of Southern African Development Community (SADC) Partner States
Travelers who fall within an exemption category should carry the appropriate supporting documentation and keep it readily available when travelling.
WHAT DOES THE INSURANCE COVER?
The Mainland Inbound Travel Insurance includes:
* Emergency medical treatment
* Emergency medical evacuation
* Emergency repatriation
* Loss of luggage
Specific coverage limits, terms, conditions, and exclusions are set out in the insurance policy issued to each traveler.
WHAT IF I HAVEN’T PURCHASED THE INSURANCE BEFORE ARRIVAL?
For Mainland Tanzania, the inbound insurance may be purchased before travel or at the point of entry.
However, international travelers are strongly encouraged to complete the process before travelling to help minimize potential delays or inconvenience upon arrival.
WHAT SHOULD TRAVEL PARTINER DO?
Please inform your guests in advance about the mandatory inbound insurance requirement and encourage them to complete the process before travelling to Tanzania.
This will help minimize potential delays and make their arrival experience as smooth as possible.
APPLY HERE:
Please use the appropriate official portal based on your first point of entry into Tanzania:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This information is based on Government Notice No. 256 of 2026 and the implementation guidance available at the time of publication.
Requirements, procedures, fees, exemptions, and implementation arrangements may be further clarified or amended by the relevant authorities.
Travelers and travel partners should always refer to the official insurance provider portals and relevant government authorities for the latest information before travelling.