Tanzania, Africa

Formal Name: United Republic of Tanzania

Location: East, Africa

Capital City: Dodoma

Population: 2009 Est. 43,739,000

Languages: Swahili, English, local Dialects.

Religions: Traditional beliefs (30%) Islam (35%) and Christianity (35%) est.

Country Description

Tanzania is a developing East African nation noted for both its history of stability and its astounding natural beauty. The United Republic of Tanzania was formed in 1964 with the union of the mainland country of Tanganyika and the Zanzibar.

Entry/Exit Requirements

A passport and visa are required for travel to Tanzania.

• U.S. Citizens with valid passports may obtain a visa either before arriving in Tanzania or at any port of entry staffed by immigration officials. The current fee for a visa is $100 for a 12-month multiple-entry tourist visa.
• U.S. passports should be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the date the visa is obtained, whether it is acquired beforehand or at the port of entry.
• U.S. citizens should carry a copy of their U.S. passport with them at all times, so that, if questioned by local officials, they have readily available proof of identity and U.S. citizenship. U.S. citizens resident in Tanzania are strongly urged to maintain legal immigration status while in Tanzania to avoid difficulties with local immigration authorities.
• The Embassy of Tanzania in Washington, DC states that yellow fever vaccination is required only for persons from, or those who have visited yellow fever endemic countries. For current information check with your local CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention).

Currency

Credit Card may be used at some major hotels, but are not widely accepted in Tanzania. Larger urban areas have ATM machines usually available at major banks. Travelers should bring sufficient cash or traveler’s checks for their trip if they will be spending time outside large cities.

Medical Insurance

Please consult with your medical insurance company to confirm whether their policy applies overseas cover emergency expenses such as a medical evacuation.

Electricity

230 volts AC, 50 Hz: round or square 3-pin plugs, fused or unfused.

Climate

Tanzania is a land without winter.

• Temperatures in northern Tanzania range between 60F - 70F during the day and 40F-50F at night, from May to October.
• From November to March the day-time temperature varies from 70F - 90F and from 60F-75F at night. The long rains are between March to May while the short rains are in November.

Mission Opportunities

2010 Mission Trips

OMEGA is currently building teams for trips into Tanzania. Are you interested in joining or forming a team? Call 806-787-9958 or Learn more.

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See the impact OMEGA volunteers have had across various projects in Tanzania.
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