India Visa — Key Details
Tanzanian passport holders can apply for India visas through the Indian e-Visa online portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) for eligible visa categories, or through the Indian High Commission in Dar es Salaam for standard sticker visas. The correct application route depends on your visa category — medical visa Tanzania applicants to India, for example, must follow a specific documentation process distinct from tourist or business applications. Our team advises on the right channel before any documents are prepared.
Visa Types Available
- e-Tourist Visa — short-stay tourism, 30 days double entry or 1-year multiple entry via e-Visa portal
- e-Medical Visa — specialist medical treatment at Indian hospitals — one of the most requested categories from Tanzania
- e-Medical Attendant Visa — for companions accompanying patients on India medical visa Tanzania applications (up to 2 attendants per patient)
- e-Business Visa — trade, meetings, and commercial visits via the e-Visa portal
- Regular Sticker Visa (Tourist/Business/Medical) — for longer stays or multiple entries beyond e-Visa limits, applied at the Indian High Commission Dar es Salaam
- Student Visa — for enrollment at Indian universities and colleges — applied at the High Commission with institution letter
- Employment Visa — for professionals with Indian employer sponsorship
Validity & Stay Duration
- e-Tourist Visa (30-day): double entry, 30 days per stay from first entry
- e-Tourist Visa (1-year): multiple entry, 90 days per stay
- e-Medical Visa: triple entry, up to 60 days per stay
- Regular sticker visa: up to 5 years multiple entry depending on category
- Student Visa: duration of course, extendable
Processing Time
India e-Visa: typically 72 hours to 5 business days from online submission. High Commission sticker visa: 5 to 10 working days from complete document submission. Medical visa Tanzania applications may require additional documentation from the treating Indian hospital — factor in 2 to 3 weeks total processing time for medical applications.
Visa Fee
India e-Visa fees are set by the Indian government and vary by nationality and visa category. High Commission sticker visa fees differ. Contact our team for current fee information before beginning your application — medical and attendant visa fees differ from tourist and business categories.