Tanzania
Lesotho
Lesotho visa for Tanzanian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Tanzanian citizens for Lesotho, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Lesotho travelling to Tanzania
LesothoTanzania Visa-free, 90 days Tanzania visa for citizens of Lesotho
Travel advice for Lesotho
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Tanzania to Lesotho, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Lesotho at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 16 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Lesotho (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Lesotho (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Tanzanian citizens can stay in Lesotho
Tanzanian citizens may stay in Lesotho for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Lesotho.
Lesotho’s neighbours for Tanzanian citizens
South Africa admits Tanzanian citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Lesotho travelling to Tanzania
Citizens of Lesotho do not need a visa for Tanzania: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Tanzania and Lesotho.
Frequently asked questions
Do Tanzanian citizens need a visa for Lesotho?
No visa is needed by Tanzanian citizens for Lesotho, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Tanzanian citizens stay in Lesotho?
Tanzanian citizens can stay in Lesotho for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Lesotho need a visa for Tanzania?
Citizens of Lesotho do not need a visa for Tanzania: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Tanzanian citizens enter Lesotho visa-free?
Yes, Tanzanian citizens can enter Lesotho without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.