From October 1, 2024, visitors to Zanzibar, Tanzania, will be required to have mandatory travel insurance to visit the archipelago.
The Tanzanian archipelago of Zanzibar is about to introduce new regulations for travelers.
In addition to the Tanzania e-Visa, a US$44 travel insurance policy will be required for all visitors entering the island of Zanzibar, except residents, starting October 1, 2024.
“We would like to inform all foreigners planning to visit the beautiful island of Zanzibar through the seaport or airport that, effective October 1, 2024, it will be mandatory for all foreigners to possess valid Inbound Travel Insurance which will provide coverage for the duration of their stay (up to 92 days)”, announces the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar.
Zanzibar authorities say the requirement is being implemented to “ensure the safety and well-being of all foreigners and mitigate any possible risk pertaining to their travel into the island. This policy provides comprehensive coverage for various emergencies including repatriation, evacuation, and other related contingencies”.
This insurance must be purchased exclusively from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC), a company wholly owned by the Zanzibar Government, and subscriptions will open on September 1, 2024. Personal insurance will therefore not be able to meet this upcoming requirement…
“Failure to comply with this mandatory requirement may result in entry denial at immigration checkpoints”, the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar states.
Mandatory insurance for Zanzibar in detail
When to buy Zanzibar travel insurance ?
It is advisable to buy travel insurance immediately after paying the first deposit for your trip. The earlier you buy the insurance, the sooner you will have coverage to protect your trip.
Registration for Zanzibar insurance will start on September 1, 2024.
Where to buy the mandatory insurance for Zanzibar ?
You must buy Zanzibar travel insurance from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC): www.visitzanzibar.go.tz.
How much does this insurance policy cost ?
The cost of the Zanzibar insurance policy is US$44.
What does Zanzibar travel insurance cover ?
Travel insurance covers unexpected illnesses or any other uncertainty while travelers are in Tanzania. The basic coverages are: Emergency medical expenses and repatriation expenses (bodily and medical), personal accident, baggage delay, theft and loss, legal expenses, third party liability, etc.
How will you receive your insurance for Zanzibar ?
Your insurance documents will be sent to the email address you registered online. The confirmation of coverage will include policy information such as your unique policy number, policy effective date, benefits, terms and conditions, limitations, exclusions and other important information.
Remember to keep a copy of your policy with you when you travel to Zanzibar!
What is the maximum number of days covered by the Zanzibar travel insurance policy ?
The insurance policy covers individual trips up to 92 days per stay. Unlimited trips can be made during the insurance period up to the maximum number of days purchased per trip.
Is Zanzibar travel insurance renewable ?
The insurance policy is not renewable and if you are still in Zanzibar after 92 days, you must take out a new policy.
Further information is available on the portal www.visitzanzibar.go.tz.
ich kann das Geburtsdatum nicht eingeben, weiter bin ich überhaupt noch nicht gekommen. Die Seite gehört dringend überarbeitet!!
We managed to successfully submit an application for the mandatory insurance (twice), by scrolling down and typing in the captcha. However, upon completing our payment info and pressing the pay button, we landed at an error page saying “Hmm.. can’t reach this page. Check if there is a typo in man.zicinbound.co.tz” and “DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN”
We see in our internet bank service that our two payments have been charged to our account, but we have received no confirmation of order, order number, or email, or anything.
Also, we are landing on Zanzibar 27 September, so we do not really know if this requirement applies to us
I`m trying to submit the aplication form but each timethe form is not accepted and it`s not possible to submit it. Have you got the same problem?
We are travelling on 18th January 25, have tried the link but says website unavailable, is there another one to purchase the insurance from.
Hi Chris,
Link updated in the post 😉
We are travelling to Zanzibar, arriving on 28th September, will we be required to have this insurance or is it only for travellers arriving on or after 1st October?
Thank you
Hi Claire,
Officially, this measure only applies to travellers arriving in Zanzibar from October 1, 2024.