Conseils aux participants et formalités de visa pour AgroTour International 2024

Advice to participants and visa formalities for AgroTour International 2024

Travel documents

• Valid passport: Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date.
• Vaccination Card: Tanzania requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for travelers from high-risk countries. It is also recommended to be up to date with vaccinations against hepatitis A, typhoid and poliomyelitis.
• Visa: Most international travelers will need a visa to enter Tanzania.

Here are the details on how to obtain a visa:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Online Visa Application

Tanzania offers an electronic visa service (eVisa) that you can obtain online. Here are the steps to obtain it:

1. Access the official website: Go to the official Tanzania eVisa website https://visa.immigration.go.tz/
2. Fill in the application form: Provide personal information, passport details, and reasons for your visit.
3. Upload the necessary documents: Recent passport photo, copy of passport, letter of invitation (if applicable), and proof of payment.
4. Pay the visa fee: Payment is made online by credit or debit card.
5. Receive your visa: Once your application has been approved, you’ll receive your visa by email. Print it out and present it on arrival in Tanzania.

Visa-exempt countries and countries requiring a visa

• Visa-exempt countries: Citizens of certain countries do not need a visa to enter Tanzania for short-term stays. These include the countries of the East African Community (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Southern, Sudan, Somalia, and Democratic Republic of Congo). https://immigration.go.tz/index.php/countries-which-are-not-required-to-apply-for-visa
• Countries requiring a visa: Citizens of most other countries will need to obtain a visa before traveling. Please check specific requirements on the Tanzanian immigration website. https://immigration.go.tz/index.php/requirements-for-visa
• Visa Fee : https://immigration.go.tz/index.php/fees-for-visa

What to wear in August 2024 ?

In August, the climate in Arusha is generally cool and dry, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 24°C. Here are some clothing recommendations:

• Light clothing for the day, such as T-shirts, short-sleeved shirts and light pants.
• Warm clothes for cool evenings and mornings, such as sweaters, jackets and scarves.
• Comfortable walking shoes, especially if you plan to visit tourist sites or take part in outdoor activities.
• Hats and sunglasses to protect you from the sun during the day.

Other useful tips

Health and Safety: Make sure you have travel insurance to cover medical expenses. We also recommend vaccinating against yellow fever and taking precautions against malaria.

• Currency: The local currency is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS). It is advisable to carry some cash, but credit cards are accepted in larger hotels and restaurants.
• Electrical plug adapters: Tanzania uses D and G type plugs. A travel adapter may be necessary.
• Language: Swahili and English are the official languages. Learning a few phrases in Swahili can be useful and appreciated by the locals.

By following these tips, you’ll be well prepared for your trip and your participation in the 7th edition of AgroTour International in Arusha. Enjoy your trip!