Tanzania visa requirements for Malawians
Travel and visa requirements
Tanzanian Visa is not required for Malawians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Malawi passport holders can visit Tanzania for a period of 90 days without a visa.
- All visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of entry in Tanzania. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Citizens of Malawi travelling to Tanzania must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Tanzania. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- Travellers with firearms are to obtain an import permit from the police.
- Pets are subject to inspection on arrival and will be kept in quarantine for a certain period. Dogs and cats must have been vaccinated against rabies.
- Travellers from Malawi will be required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- Malawians below the age of 18 must show a copy of their birth certificate and travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- A return ticket to Malawi or onward destination will be required.
- Intending visitors can get to Tanzania from any international airport in Malawi. There are international airports in Lilongwe and Blantyre.
- RwandAir, South African Airways, PrecisionAir, and Kenya Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Malawi to Tanzania.
- The estimated flight time from Lilongwe to Dodoma, Tanzania is 14 hours and from Blantyre, it is 13 hours, 5 minutes.
- The Tanzanian shilling is the official currency used in Tanzania. US Dollar is accepted almost everywhere in Tanzania. Nevertheless, visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- Christianity and Islam are Tanzania’s dominating religions. Although more of the citizens are Christians. There are also other indigenous religions present in the country.
- Tanzania is a multilingual country, with Swahili and English as the official languages. However, Swahili is the most widely spoken language in the country. Bantu and Nilotic origin are some of the other indigenous languages in the country.
- The climate in Tanzania is tropical. The country tends to be dry and arid throughout the year, however, there are two rainy seasons; the short rains are generally from October to December, while the long rainy season lasts from March to June.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Tanzania.
- Tanzania uses East Africa Time (GMT+3), which puts Tanzania one hour ahead of Malawi.
- Ugali (maize porridge), nyama choma (grilled meat) and mshikaki (marinated beef) are some of the delicacies visitors can try while in Tanzania.
- Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park and Serengeti are some tourist attractions visitors can visit during their stay in Tanzania.
- The power and socket plug used in Tanzania are of Type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Transportation in Tanzania is possible with buses, taxis and ferries.
- Visitors travelling to Tanzania are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and regulations as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tanzania's International Dialing code?
Tanzania's international dialling code is +255. Also, there are area codes for each city (e.g. 22 for Dar es Salaam, or 27 for Arusha). For calls from Tanzania to other countries, you will dial 00 plus the relevant country code (44 for the UK, 1 for the USA).
How much should I budget to spend while travelling to Tanzania?
Tourists are advised to budget between $50 to $100 to spend while in Tanzania. The budget covers, food, accommodation, transportation and safari.
Can you wear shorts in Tanzania?
When you are visiting local markets, bazaars and other attractions, you should wear either long trousers or knee-length shorts with a polo shirt. Tank tops, shorts or skirts above the knee and other types of clothing that reveal the shoulders or thighs should be avoided.
What is the best currency to take to Tanzania?
Tanzanians love dollars. Dollars are widely accepted, sometimes even preferred over local currency. Euros are also accepted but not as much as dollars.