Starting October 1, 2024, all travelers visiting Zanzibar are required to purchase mandatory travel insurance, known as "Inbound Travel Insurance," from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC). This requirement aims to ensure the safety and well-being of all visitors.
Insurance details
Cost: $44 USD per person
Coverage: This insurance covers the entire duration of your stay in Zanzibar, and the plan includes unexpected emergencies and expenses, such as medical evacuations and repatriation.
When to purchase: Please complete the instructions below and purchase your insurance before you depart for your tour. We recommend doing so around one month before your tour's departure date, around the same time you apply for your Tanzania visa.
Travelers who do not comply with this requirement may be denied entry into Zanzibar.
For more details about the insurance and its coverage, please refer to the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar's Frequently Asked Questions. You can also contact them directly via email at inbound@zic.co.tz.
In addition to this mandatory requirement, we strongly encourage all travelers to have a comprehensive travel protection plan through EF Go Ahead Tours or a third-party insurance provider. The mandatory insurance only covers your stay in Zanzibar and does not include the extensive coverage provided by other insurance plans.
Proof of insurance documentation
Policy documents will be sent to the email address you provided within 24 to 48 hours after your completed application and payment are submitted. Be sure to print these documents and bring them with you on tour, as you will need to present them upon entry into Zanzibar as proof of insurance.
How to purchase insurance
Visit https://visitzanzibar.go.tz/ and select "GET YOUR INSURANCE."
Select "APPLY NOW."
Complete your personal information.
Nationality: American (if you are American)
Country of Residence: United States of America (if you are American)
Complete your passport details.
Photograph of Passport: Image dimensions should not exceed 1920 x 1080 pixels. Please ensure the picture you use is one of the accepted formats (PDF, JPEG, PNG)
Complete your travel details.
Arrival Date: The date your group arrives in Zanzibar
Departure Date: The date your group leaves Zanzibar
You can find these dates by viewing your itinerary in your online account (U.S. travelers/Canadian travelers) or mobile app. Learn how to view your itinerary.
Insurance Type: Select the option that best applies to those you are traveling with (if applicable)
We've included a summary of each insurance type below:
On the next page, "If you are traveling in a group or with family, tick this box, and fill in each members details" will already be checked off, even if you are applying as an individual. If you are applying as an individual, you should uncheck that box.
If you are applying as a family or group, keep that box checked off and complete the requested information for each traveler.
You'll then be brought to a page with a summary of your application and the information you've entered. This includes your personal details, passport details, travel details, and insurance type. Scroll down to the bottom of this summary page, then enter the "Captcha" details provided to prove you are not a robot. Then, check off "I agree all data submitted is correct," and select "SUBMIT."
We have not included a screenshot of the summary page due to privacy reasons.
Now it's time to pay for your $44 USD insurance plan.
Finalize your payment using a credit or debit card, then follow the instructions to receive your policy documents via email. These documents will serve as proof of insurance and must be presented to officials upon your arrival in Zanzibar.