Does the EATV cover Tanzania?

No. Tanzania remains separate from the East Africa Tourist Visa. You must apply for a separate visa if your trip includes Tanzania.

What happens if I lose my printed visa?

If you have the digital copy, you can usually print it at an internet cafe, but border officials can be strict. Always keep a backup PDF in your email and cloud storage.

Navigating Visas for Multi-Country East Africa Trips

Most travelers should apply for the East Africa Tourist Visa (EATV), which covers Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda for a single fee of $100. You must start your trip in the country where you first apply for the visa and ensure your passport has at least six months of validity and two blank pages.

Verify your route. The EATV is only valid for Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. If you are adding Tanzania to your trip, you must apply for a separate Tanzania e-Visa, as it is not part of the unified visa program.
Apply at the point of entry. If you are flying directly into Kigali, Nairobi, or Entebbe, use the respective government e-visa portals (e.g., evisa.go.ke for Kenya) to apply at least 14 days before your arrival. Do not wait until you land.
Keep the physical or digital document. Once approved, print at least two copies of your EATV document. Keep one in your carry-on and one in your checked luggage. You will be required to present this at every border crossing.
Manage your transit. If you leave the three-country zone (e.g., to visit Tanzania or Burundi) and re-enter, your EATV becomes invalid. Plan your itinerary so that you only pass through the three participating countries during the validity period.

Does the EATV cover Tanzania?: No. Tanzania remains separate from the East Africa Tourist Visa. You must apply for a separate visa if your trip includes Tanzania.
What happens if I lose my printed visa?: If you have the digital copy, you can usually print it at an internet cafe, but border officials can be strict. Always keep a backup PDF in your email and cloud storage.