Starting FY 2025/26, Tanzania will require all foreign non-residents to buy a US$44 travel-insurance policy on arrival, covering medical emergencies, accidents and lost baggage. East African Community citizens are exempt, with potential SADC exemptions under review. The move, echoing Zanzibar’s 2024 scheme, aims to enhance safety but tour operators fear the cost may deter travellers. Industry urges an online pre-purchase option to streamline entry and protect tourism competitiveness.
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