CanadaTanzania

Canadian Embassy in Tanzania

1 embassy

Canada is represented in Tanzania by 1 mission: an embassy in Dar es Salaam. Canada requires Tanzanian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Canadian Embassy in Dar es Salaam

Canada has its embassy in Dar es Salaam; the address on record is 26 Garden Avenue/38 Mirambo Street, Dar es Salaam. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Canada visa for Tanzanian citizens

TanzaniaCanada Visa required Canada visa for citizens of Tanzania

CanadaTanzania Visa on arrival Tanzania visa for citizens of Canada

Canada visa requirements for citizens of Tanzania

  • Visitor visa (temporary resident visa, TRV)
  • Transit visa
  • Study and work permits (brief)
  • Fee: CA$100
  • 4 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Tanzanian citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel. Applicants in Tanzania turn to the Canadian embassy in Dar es Salaam; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Tanzania’s missions in Canada

Missions of Tanzania in Canada (1)

In return, Tanzania has an embassy in Canada, in Ottawa.

Good to know

Canada in Tanzania

Worldwide, Canada has 263 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Tanzania.

Travel to Tanzania for Canadian citizens

Canadian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Tanzania. In Tanzania, Canadian citizens can turn to the Canadian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Canadian embassy in Tanzania is closed

The Canadian embassy in Tanzania closes on Tanzania’s public holidays, the next being Independence Day (Siku ya Uhuru) on Wednesday 9 December 2026, Christmas Day (Krismasi) on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Siku ya kufungua Zawadi) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Canada, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Canadian embassy in Tanzania?

The Canadian embassy is in Dar es Salaam, at 26 Garden Avenue/38 Mirambo Street, Dar es Salaam.

Do Tanzanian citizens need a visa for Canada?

Tanzanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Canadian citizens receive their visa for Tanzania at the border.

Does Tanzania have an embassy in Canada?

Yes, Tanzania has its embassy in Ottawa.