Mandatory Inbound Travel/health Insurance For Tanzania & Zanzibar

The Government of Tanzania has announced the forthcoming introduction of mandatory travel insurance for all foreign nationals entering Mainland Tanzania. The insurance fee will be set at US$44 (payable in Tanzanian shillings). This coverage will include Emergency medical treatment while in Tanzania, Loss of luggage, Rescue services and Repatriation to the visitor’s home country in case of emergency and is valid for up to 92 days. Initially, payments will be collected on arrival in cash (Tanzanian shillings), with an online payment portal expected in the future. Citizens of the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC), member states are exempt form the mandatory insurance requirement. The existing Zanzibar mandatory travel insurance (Adults USD 44, Children (3–17) USD 22), is obtainable online.

Who does this affect?

All visitors entering mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, excluding residents of Tanzania, residents of EAC and SADC Partner States, diplomats, transit passengers, or foreign nationals holding a work or residence permit. 

What does it cost?

US$44 per adult. Infants (0-2) are free, and children (3-17) receive a 50% discount. Groups of 10 or more receive a 10% discount on adult premiums. 

How long is it valid? 

Cover takes effect on arrival and remains valid for up to 92 days, with multiple entries permitted. 

Where do I get this? 

Cover can be purchased online at inbound.nicinsurance.co.tz (mainland) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz (Zanzibar), using Visa or Mastercard. Alternatively, it can be arranged on arrival at the designated NIC and NMB counters at entry points. 

What is covered? 

Emergency medical expenses (up to US$50,000), medical evacuation and repatriation, and loss of or damage to checked luggage. 

What information do I need? 

Passport number, full names and dates of birth, nationality and country of residence, travel dates, purpose of travel, contact and emergency details, and first point of entry into Tanzania.

GOOD TO KNOW:

• This mandatory insurance is over and above your personal travel insurance. Your clients should still have their own comprehensive cover. 
• Visitors without the required cover can be denied entry to the country. 
• One policy is sufficient to cover visits to both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. 
• If arriving in mainland Tanzania first, then apply for the Tanzanian mandatory travel insurance. If arriving in Zanzibar first, then apply for the Zanzibari mandatory travel insurance. 
• To apply for and find out more about this, visit https://inbound.nicinsurance.co.tz.