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Tanzania embassy & consulates in Switzerland

Visa required$5,750/moSOS 118Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Tanzania has no resident embassy or consulate in Switzerland on record. Switzerland is covered by the Tanzania mission in Germany (Berlin).

Entry rules for Tanzania passport holders → Switzerland:Visa required
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Switzerland is covered by the Tanzania mission in Berlin, Germany.

Entry rules for Tanzania passport holders

SwitzerlandVisa required

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Tanzania → Switzerland

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Consular legalisation required
Tanzania → Switzerland
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Tanzania → Switzerland

Applying for a visa? Switzerland missions in Tanzania

  • embassy of Switzerland in TanzaniaEmbassy · Dar es SalaamSee all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    1,398
    Visas issued
    1,297
    Refused
    99
    Refusal rate
    7.1%
    Multiple-entry share: 32%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Tanzania in Switzerland?

No. Tanzania has no resident embassy or consulate in Switzerland on record. Switzerland is covered by the Tanzania mission in Germany (Berlin).

Do citizens of Tanzania need a visa for Switzerland?

Visa required. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Switzerland?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 118), then contact the Tanzania embassy or consulate in Switzerland for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.