Tanzania - Clearance
ARRIVAL PROCEDURES
Ports of Entry:
Officials in most ports are not accustomed to visiting yachts hence the formalities can take a while. Authorities may insist on searching the boat. Expect the process to take at least 4-5 hours. One exception is Tanga on the east coast, which is very welcoming to visiting yachts.
Most marinas and yacht clubs instruct first-time visitors to check in at the port prior to proceeding to a marina.
General Process:
Customs
Customs will want to have a copy of the ship’s papers (take the original as well), a crew list, a list of equipment and goods on board and your last port clearance.
Officially, Customs should issue visiting yachts with a Transire – a transit log for domestic cruising – if you plan to cruise the Tanzania coast. See Documents for more details.
Immigration
For Immigration, you will need a passport valid for the duration of stay.
Visas can be obtained from Immigration on arrival, or in advance. See Immigration for more details.
If you have already cleared into Tanzania, checking in with Immigration is not required, though proof of check-in may be requested.
Last updated: May 2023
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KILWA – Anchor near the port as this is manned by the navy and there are always people watching or on watch. Hoist your dinghy every night. Outboards (a.k.a. machines) are very nickable. The tour to the unesco world heritage site at Kilwa Island is very worth doing – go to the TAWA office and get a permit and they will arrange a guide.
BOYDU ISLAND – UPDATE 2022
A skipper has reported that the SE anchorage has no sand left due to local floodrain. Apply extreme
caution and rely on visual navigation.