Tanzania has no dedicated digital nomad visa in 2026, so most remote workers stay on standard visitor entry, which costs around $50. Tanzania blends culture with a growing remote-work scene. Internet infrastructure is fair, and the cost of living is generally good. For those working remotely across Africa, Tanzania offers cultural depth that suit stays of weeks or months. Browse the tracked destinations below to compare cost, internet and safety across Tanzania.

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Tanzania Digital Nomad Visa

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Min income

$50

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Tourist eVisa: 90 days

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Not required

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Living in Tanzania

Human Development Index0.549 · #160

InternetFair

Cost of livingGood

SafetyGood

Tanzanian shilling (TSh) · Capital: Dodoma · Swahili, English · +255

How to apply for the Tanzania digital nomad visa

1No dedicated nomad visa — the tourist eVisa allows up to 90 days.
2Zanzibar is the star base — beaches, growing coworking, and a laid-back pace.
3Longer stays route through residence permits.
4Apply for the eVisa well ahead; processing can be slow.

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Facts last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · always confirm with the official source before applying.

Top destinations in Tanzania

5 destinations tracked

3.7

Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Frequently asked questions

Does Tanzania have a digital nomad visa?

Not yet. Most remote workers use Tanzania's standard entry route (tourist evisa: 90 days). Facts last reviewed 2026-07-14.

Remote work in Tanzania: what the data says

We track 5 cities in Tanzania: Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Moshi, Paje (Zanzibar), Stone Town (Zanzibar). Monthly budgets average around $1,180: Moshi is the most affordable base at roughly $1,000, while Stone Town (Zanzibar) runs about $1,300. For connectivity, Dar es Salaam leads with an internet score of 3.8/5.

The main language is Swahili and the dialing code is +255. Before booking flights, check Tanzania public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.

City snapshot: Tanzania at a glance

Arusha — ~$1,100/mo; 3.4/5 overall; internet 3.6/5; safety 4/5. Live clock: local time.
Dar es Salaam — ~$1,200/mo; 3.4/5 overall; internet 3.8/5; safety 3.8/5. Live clock: local time.
Moshi — ~$1,000/mo; 3.4/5 overall; internet 3.5/5; safety 4.1/5. Live clock: local time.
Paje (Zanzibar) — ~$1,300/mo; 3.7/5 overall; internet 3.3/5; safety 4.1/5. Live clock: local time.
Stone Town (Zanzibar) — ~$1,300/mo; 3.7/5 overall; internet 3.5/5; safety 4/5. Live clock: local time.

Tanzania spans 1 time zone among our tracked cities (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). The reference offset is UTC+3 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Tanzania against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Tanzania is best for digital nomads?

Compare our tracked hubs: Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Moshi, Paje (Zanzibar), Stone Town (Zanzibar).

What is the cheapest city in Tanzania for remote work?

Moshi, at roughly $1,000 per month for a single nomad.

How much does it cost to live in Tanzania as a nomad?

Across the cities we track, budgets average about $1,180 per month.

What language is spoken in Tanzania?

Primarily Swahili.

What time zone is Tanzania in?

Tanzania's tracked cities use Africa/Dar_es_Salaam among others.

When are public holidays in Tanzania?

See the full list with dates.

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