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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

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

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Tanzania vs Saudi Arabia: passport comparison

Tanzania

44

visa-free countries

Global rank: #135 · mobility 86.1

Saudi Arabia

55

visa-free countries

Global rank: #102 · mobility 104.6
22

countries both Tanzania and Saudi Arabia can enter visa-free together

Tanzania + Saudi Arabia: passport compatibility

65%

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

Where Tanzania and Saudi Arabia travel together — by entry type:

22 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
18 both e-visa / eTA
70 both need a visa
68 access differs

Where Tanzania and Saudi Arabia 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.

How the entry rule changed: Tanzania → Saudi Arabia

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

2passports gained easier entry to Saudi Arabia
0passports saw Saudi Arabia 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 →

Saudi Arabia: good to know

Riyadh

Capital

Saudi Riyal (SAR)

Currency

Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+966

Calling code

A, B, F, G

Power plug

230V / 60Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Tanzania goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Saudi Arabia

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 Saudi Arabia?
Tanzania citizens need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Tanzania or Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi Arabia passport is stronger: 55 visa-free countries versus 44. Global rank: Tanzania #135, Saudi Arabia #102.
Where can Tanzania and Saudi Arabia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 22 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Saudi Arabia?
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 Saudi Arabia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 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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