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Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for China?

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Tanzania citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Tanzania vs China: passport comparison

Tanzania

44

visa-free countries

Global rank: #135 · mobility 86.1

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
24

countries both Tanzania and China can enter visa-free together

Tanzania + China: passport compatibility

71%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Tanzania and China travel together — by entry type:

24 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
75 both need a visa
58 access differs

Where Tanzania and China can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (24)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Antigua and Barbuda 30 days #61
Bahamas 90 days #53
Barbados 30 days #48
Benin 30 days #146
Dominica 180 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Grenada 30 days #65
Haiti 90 days #175
Iran 15 days #190
Jamaica 30 days #100
Kiribati 90 days #84
Malawi 30 days #127
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Mozambique 30 days #162
Philippines 14 days #128
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Lucia 42 days #69
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Vanuatu 120 days #105
Zambia 90 days #139

How the entry rule changed: Tanzania → China

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Tanzania → China rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

14passports gained easier entry to China
0passports saw China tighten its rules
2rule changes for the Tanzania passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

China: good to know

Beijing

Capital

Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Currency

China Standard Time (UTC+8)

Time zone

+86

Calling code

A, C, I

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Tanzania goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for China

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for China?
Tanzania citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Tanzania or China?
The Tanzania passport is stronger: 44 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Tanzania #135, China #112.
Where can Tanzania and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 24 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for China?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Tanzania and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Tanzania passport ranking

Where else the Tanzania passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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