The fees at a glance
| Item | Amount noted (Oct. 2026) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist e-visa | About 50 USD; 100 USD for Americans | Third-party sources, check on the official portal |
| Zanzibar insurance | About 44 USD, valid up to 92 days | Third-party source; rule in force since 2024 according to guides |
| Airport departure tax | About 52 USD, often included in the ticket | Not confirmed |
| Infrastructure tax | No confirmation found | Do not pay without a receipt |
| Site entry fees | Variable | See the pages |
The e-visa
Apply online well before departure; several sources advise three to four weeks. Avoid sites that resell the form at a higher price and use the Tanzanian immigration portal. The visa does not give an automatic right of entry.
The mandatory insurance
According to guides, it is required to enter Zanzibar. Another national rule for all of Tanzania was announced, but we could not confirm that it applies. This mandatory insurance does not replace real health and repatriation cover; see travel insurance for Zanzibar.
Entry fees on site
Sites and parks have their own fees, for example Chumbe's blue economy tax (25 USD per foreign adult since August 2024), see Chumbe, or the entry to Jozani. Excursions may or may not include them: ask.
Money on arrival
Bring clean dollars and see money in Zanzibar. If you arrive by sea, see the ferry from Dar es Salaam.
FAQ
How much is the Zanzibar visa?
About 50 dollars, 100 for Americans, according to third-party sources.
Is insurance mandatory?
Guides say so for Zanzibar (about 44 dollars); confirm before departure.
Is there an infrastructure tax?
We found no confirmation.
Going further
See the budget for Zanzibar and from the airport to your hotel.
