Getting to Tanzania
Here's information about the documents for travel to Tanzania.
1. travel info
See the US Department of State website on Tanzania to read about infrastructure, safety, health advisories, and other important information on traveling and studying in the country.
2. get a visa
Go to the Embassy of Tanzania website for visa application forms and information on the country’s laws and customs, language, culture, music, food, and required immunizations.
3. book your flight
It is recommended that you book your tickets as early as possible as prices increase rapidly after March.
Airlines serving Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) are DELTA/KLM, UNITED/Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airlines, and Turkish Airlines.
Next Steps
4. enroll
STEP: Tanzania is currently not on the US State Department Travel Alert or Travel Warning List. All students are required to enroll in the US Department of State’s STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program) prior to their travel, in case of emergency situations.
5. sign up
AMREF: All students are required to subscribe for membership in AMREF before leaving home. This is NOT included in the field costs. The membership is $16/month for a package that includes 2 air ambulance evacuations.
6. immunizations
Immunizations: The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide recommendations for travel to Tanzania. Consult your doctor to determine your immunization updates, discuss malaria prophylactics and other necessary prescriptions.