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Zanzibar Travel Insurance – Mandatory insurance for entry to Zanzibar
Is travel insurance mandatory for Zanzibar?
Special travel insurance is required to enter Zanzibar. This mandatory insurance was introduced by the Zanzibar government and applies to international visitors who wish to travel to the island.
The insurance is organized by the state-provided Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. It serves to cover medical emergencies and certain events during the stay.
Compulsory insurance applies to all travelers visiting Zanzibar, regardless of whether they travel directly to the island or as part of a safari and Zanzibar combination after a safari in Tanzania.
The insurance must be taken out before entering the country and will be checked on arrival in Zanzibar.
Where can I apply for Zanzibar travel insurance?
Travel insurance must be applied for via the official online portal of the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. The personal data and travel details are entered there and the insurance fee is then paid.
You can find the official page for the application here:
https://visitzanzibar.go.tz
Once you have applied, you will receive a confirmation that you must present when entering Zanzibar.
To make the application process as easy as possible, we support our guests in this process. Many travelers are unsure how to apply for insurance or what information is required.
That is why we provide our guests with clear step-by-step instructions explaining how to complete the application on the official website.
What does Zanzibar mandatory insurance cost?
The cost of the mandatory Zanzibar travel insurance is currently around 44 US dollars per person for a stay of up to 92 days.
The insurance is only valid for the stay in Zanzibar. It does not replace comprehensive international travel insurance, which many travelers also take out for their entire trip.
As fees or regulations may change, it is advisable to check the current information on the official website.
When should you take out Zanzibar insurance?
The insurance should be taken out before traveling to Zanzibar. Many travelers take this step a few days or weeks before departure.
As the insurance can be applied for online, the process usually only takes a few minutes. It is important that you save or print out the confirmation after applying so that you can present it when you enter the country.