Residence Permit Class C Tanzania: The C-1 to C-13 Codes, Fees, Work Permits and Renewal
What is a residence permit Class C in Tanzania? It is the Immigration permit for foreign nationals who do not qualify for Class A or B: researchers, retirees aged 55 or over, missionaries, volunteers, NGO staff, patients, interns, artists and others. GN 428 of 2023 sets thirteen codes, C-1 to C-13. Fees run from USD 200 to USD 500, plus a USD 50 re-entry pass (F0407).
The residence permit Class C Tanzania issues is the widest of the three classes and the least understood. Each code has its own fee, documents and work permit rule. This guide sets out every code with its register ID, the work permit question, the e-Permit process, a documents checklist, validity, dependants, change of class, penalties and the Zanzibar position.
What the law says about the Class C permit
Class C is a residual class. It exists for people with a lawful reason to live in Tanzania who are neither investors nor employees of a specific employer.
- Immigration Act, Cap. 54: section 32(1) of the consolidated text to Act No. 9 of 2021 creates Classes A, B and C. Section 35(1) provides that a person "who is not granted a Class A or Class B permit may, if the Commissioner General thinks fit, be granted a Class C permit". Section 35(2) lets the Commissioner General attach conditions.
- Immigration (Amendment) Regulations, 2023 (GN 428 of 2023): the gazette text, published on 30 June 2023, replaced the Second Schedule to the Immigration Regulations, 1997. Its matrix lists the thirteen Class C codes, their fees and the documents for each.
- Non-Citizens (Employment Regulation) Act, Cap. 436: the TanzLII consolidation of 14 March 2025 governs work permits on the Mainland. It matters for the Class C codes that involve work, paid or unpaid.
Two points follow from the wording. First, Class C is discretionary: "if the Commissioner General thinks fit". Second, a Class C permit is a residence status, not a licence to work. Section 30(1) of Cap. 54 bars paid employment except under a permit issued under Cap. 436. Section numbers here come from the 2021 consolidation and may differ in the Revised Edition 2023.
Who should read this
- Retirees aged 55 or above who want to live in Tanzania on a pension or other assured income.
- Researchers, interns and volunteers with a host institution, and the universities and charities that host them.
- Religious bodies and NGOs bringing in missionaries, programme staff or country directors.
- Former Class B employees who need time to wind up affairs after a contract ends.
- Foreign buyers of residential property considering the C-11 route.
Investors should read our Class A residence permit guide. Salaried staff of a company take Class B, covered in our Class B residence permit guide.
What are the Class C codes and fees?
The table follows the GN 428 matrix and the e-Permit Residence Permit Application guidelines, version 2024.3. Fees are from the Zatra fee register at 26 September 2026. Every code also carries a USD 50 re-entry pass for the applicant and each dependant (NEW-04-21), except C-12, which is gratis.
| Code | Who it covers | Fee (EAC; diaspora) | Register ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-1 | Researchers approved by a competent authority | USD 500 (250; 250) | NEW-04-07 |
| C-2 | Retired persons aged 55 or above with assured income | USD 500 (250; 250) | NEW-04-08 |
| C-3 | Missionaries in approved religious activities | USD 200 (100; 100) | NEW-04-09 |
| C-4 | Former permit holders winding up affairs | USD 200 (100; 100) | NEW-04-10 |
| C-5 | Volunteers in non-remunerated activities | USD 200 (100; 100) | NEW-04-11 |
| C-6 | Medical treatment at recognised hospitals | USD 200 (100; 100) | NEW-04-12 |
| C-7 | Employees of NGOs holding a charitable certificate | USD 500 (250; 250) | NEW-04-13 |
| C-8 | Parties and witnesses in courts and tribunals | USD 500 (250; 250) | NEW-04-14 |
| C-9 | Interns in non-remunerated internships | USD 200 (100; 100) | NEW-04-15 |
| C-10 | Professional artists employed as such | USD 500 (250; 250) | NEW-04-16 |
| C-11 | Buyers of real estate not entitled to another category | USD 500 (250; 250) | F0412 |
| C-12 | Refugees who qualify for any Class C category | Gratis | NEW-04-17 |
| C-13 | Others eligible for Class C but not covered above | USD 500 (250; 250) | NEW-04-18 |
Students are not on the list. Older mission pages, such as the High Commission in Pretoria, still describe Class C as covering students, with a 2011 fee table. Under the current matrix, students use a Student Pass at USD 200 or USD 100 (NEW-04-26, NEW-04-27). The amount on the GePG control number governs on the day of payment.
Does a Class C holder need a work permit?
It depends on the code. The e-Permit guidelines state that applicants "should first obtain Work Permit from the Ministry of Labor, except those coming for such purposes like Studies, Research, attending court case and retired persons". For Class C they also accept an "Exemption letter from Relevant authority (For Missionaries, Volunteer and NGO employees)".
| Code | Labour position | Likely work permit class and fee |
|---|---|---|
| C-1 researchers | Exempt per the guidelines; COSTECH research permit needed instead | None |
| C-2 retirees, C-6 patients, C-8 court parties | No work authorised; no work permit | None |
| C-3 missionaries | Work permit or exemption letter | Class D, USD 500 (F0416) |
| C-5 volunteers | Work permit or exemption letter | Class D, USD 500 (F0416), or certificate of exemption, no fee (F0420) |
| C-7 NGO employees | Work permit or exemption letter | Class D, USD 500 (F0416), or Class C, USD 1,000 (F0415), by role |
| C-9 interns | Not named in the exemption sentence; confirm | Confirm with the Labour Commissioner |
| C-10 artists | Employed, so the general rule applies | Class C, USD 1,000 (F0415) |
Section 13(1)(d) of Cap. 436 issues a Class D permit to a non-citizen "employed or engaged in a registered religious and charitable activities". Class C covers a non-citizen with "such other profession", at USD 1,000 (F0415). The Labour Commissioner decides the class. Exemption certificates are issued under section 4(4) to (6), and no fee is charged for the application (F0420).
Unpaid work is not outside the law. Section 9 of Cap. 436, as recorded in register line F0422, covers any occupation "for reward, profit or non-profit". A retiree who starts volunteering needs a permit or exemption first.
Which documents does a Class C file need?
GN 428 sets general documents for every Class C file and specific documents for each code. The general list includes the online form, a covering letter from the host institution, a passport valid for at least six months, dependants' passports and a photo. Renewals add the previous original permit; transfers add a letter of no objection.
| Code | Code-specific documents in GN 428 |
|---|---|
| C-1 | Research permit from the relevant authority; CV; academic certificates; introduction letter from the university, college or institute |
| C-2 | Retirement letter; proof of retirement benefits; surrender of the previous permit if retired in Tanzania; proof of residence |
| C-3 | Ordination certificate for a missionary priest; job description; missionary contract |
| C-4 | Termination letter; previous residence permit; official letter giving reasons for winding up |
| C-5 | Volunteer contract; job description |
| C-6 | Medical report from a government, referral or recognised hospital; physical address during treatment |
| C-7 | Employment contract; job description; evidence of NGO activities from the relevant authorities |
| C-8 | Evidence of the case before the court or tribunal |
| C-9 | Approval letter from the host institution; evidence of sponsorship or scholarship; approval letter from the education ministry |
| C-10 | Approval from the relevant authority; TIN certificate; tax clearance; job description; contract; CV |
| C-11 | Police clearance; letter from TIC (Mainland) or ZIPA (Zanzibar); proof the property is worth at least USD 100,000; title deed; tax clearance |
| C-12 | Clearance from the Refugee Services Department; refugee identification |
Tanzania is not a party to the Apostille Convention, so foreign pension letters, degrees and marriage certificates may need notarisation and legalisation. NGO employers should have their registration in order first; our note on foreign NGOs operating in Tanzania covers that step. For C-11, the matrix names TIC; TIC's investor role now sits with TISEZA, so confirm which office issues the letter.
How do you apply for a Class C permit on e-Permit?
The application runs online through the Immigration e-Permit system. Where a work permit is needed, it comes first, on the Labour Commissioner's work permit portal, which is integrated with e-Permit.
- Labour step, if any. The host files the work permit or exemption application and pays its control number.
- Residence application. The applicant or host files the Class C code on e-Permit and uploads the documents.
- Approval for payment. Immigration issues a control number. The guidelines require payment "within sixty (60) days", or "the application will be deleted automatically".
- Enrolment. The applicant attends the nearest Immigration office for fingerprints and photo capture.
- Issue. The guidelines say issue follows enrolment "within a week". The permit is collected at the regional office, Immigration Headquarters or the Immigration Head Office Zanzibar.
Timing matters. The guidelines state that a Class C application "must be made prior to the entry of the prospective applicant into Tanzania", "except Retired persons and those winding up affairs". An in-country first-grant applicant awaiting a decision may be given a special pass, with no fee printed on the fee matrix (F0411). Our guide to the special pass for short-term work explains how that pass works.
How long is a Class C permit valid, and how is it renewed?
Neither GN 428 nor the guidelines fix a term for Class C. The outer limits come from the Act.
- Cap. 54: section 32(2), in the 2021 text, provides that a residence permit "may be issued for any period not exceeding three years". Renewals run up to two years each, and the permit with its renewals may not exceed five years in total.
- Variation: section 38 lets the Commissioner General vary the conditions and the validity period.
- Linked work permit: where a Class C holder also holds a work permit, section 12(4) of Cap. 436 makes it valid for 24 months, with an eight-year ceiling.
The actual term is the one printed on the card. Renewal is a fresh application at the code fee, with no separate renewal fee (NEW-04-19). File well before expiry, because presence after expiry is unlawful. A linked work permit must be renewed at least 60 days before it expires (NEW-04-36). Our work permit renewal guide covers that file.
The five-year total in section 32(2) raises a practical question for long-term retirees. GN 428 provides the RPL status for "renewing after expiry", but no published text explains how the two fit together. Take advice on the position before year four.
Can family members join a Class C holder?
Yes, by one of two routes.
- Endorsement on the permit. Section 39(1) of Cap. 54 allows the Commissioner General to "endorse on the residence permit the name or names of the wife and the dependent children of the holder". Each person listed pays the USD 50 re-entry pass (NEW-04-21).
- Dependant pass. A spouse or child may instead hold a dependant pass at USD 550, or USD 300 for EAC citizens (NEW-04-22).
The wording of section 39 refers to a wife. A male spouse of a female Class C holder should confirm the route with Immigration before filing. Family status follows the principal's permit and ends with it. Our dependant pass guide sets out the documents, including legalised marriage and birth certificates. A dependant who wants to work needs permits of their own.
Can you change from Class B or another class to Class C?
Yes, but each change is a new application. GN 428 assigns an issuance status to every file:
- FG: first grant.
- SG: second grant, a move to a different category within the same institution.
- RG1: a move to a different institution in the same class.
- RG2: a move to a different institution and a different class.
- RT: a returnee rejoining an institution after more than three years away.
- RPL: renewal after expiry.
Each status costs the class fee again (NEW-04-19). Section 41(5) of Cap. 54 requires a holder to surrender the old permit on moving to a different class. Three moves are common:
- Class B to C-4: an employee whose contract ends files C-4 to wind up affairs, at USD 200 (NEW-04-10).
- Class B to C-2: an employee who retires in Tanzania at 55 or over surrenders the Class B permit and files C-2 at USD 500 (NEW-04-08).
- C-5 or C-9 to Class B: a volunteer or intern offered a paid job needs a work permit and a Class B permit, filed by the employer.
What are the penalties for breaching a Class C permit?
| Breach | Penalty or consequence | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Unlawful presence, including staying after the permit expires | Fine not less than TZS 500,000, imprisonment up to three years, or both | Cap. 54 R.E. 2023 s.47(1)(i); F0426 |
| Working without a valid residence permit or pass; employing such a person | Same general penalty | Cap. 54 R.E. 2023 s.47(1)(m) and (n); F0426 |
| Any occupation, paid or unpaid, without a work permit or exemption; engaging such a person | Fine not less than TZS 10,000,000, imprisonment not less than two years, or both | Cap. 436 s.9; F0422 |
| Overstay as an administrative matter | No per-day overstay fee published; overstay is an offence | F0428 |
| False information or breach of conditions | Revocation on written notice of at least three days | Cap. 54 s.41 (2021 text) |
Host institutions carry risk too: the Cap. 436 penalty reaches "any person" who engages a non-citizen without a permit. Our note on working without a permit covers inspections. Any arrest, charge, revocation notice or seizure of a passport goes to an advocate at once. An appeal against a refusal lies to the Minister under section 37 of Cap. 54.
How does Class C compare with Classes A and B?
| Point | Class A | Class B | Class C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who | Investors and self-employed persons | Employees of a specific employer | Everyone else with a lawful purpose |
| Cap. 54 section (2021 text) | s.33 | s.34 | s.35 |
| Headline residence fee | A-3 USD 3,000; EAC USD 1,500 (F0405) | B-1 USD 2,000; EAC USD 500 (F0406) | USD 200 or USD 500 by code (F0407) |
| Work permit | Class A, USD 1,000 (F0413) | Class B USD 500 (F0414) or Class C USD 1,000 (F0415) | None, Class D, Class C or exemption, by code |
| Ends when | The investment stops | The job stops | The purpose stops |
Class C is cheaper, but it is not a back door. A retiree who starts a business needs Class A. A volunteer who takes a salary needs Class B.
How does Class C work in Zanzibar?
Immigration is a Union matter. The Class C permit, its codes and its fees are the same in Zanzibar, issued by the Immigration Services Department. The e-Permit guidelines name the Immigration Head Office Zanzibar as a collection point.
Labour is not a Union matter. Section 2(1) of Cap. 436 states that "This Act shall apply to Mainland Tanzania". A Class C holder who will work in Zanzibar, including missionaries, NGO staff and artists, needs a Zanzibar work permit under the Employment Act No. 11 of 2005. FB Attorneys (31 October 2022) report that these permits "are issued by the Zanzibar Labour Commissioner" and that a Mainland permit cannot be used for work in Zanzibar.
| Point | Mainland Tanzania | Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Residence permit | Immigration, Cap. 54 and GN 428 | Same Union instruments; Immigration Head Office Zanzibar |
| Work permit law | Cap. 436 | Employment Act No. 11 of 2005 |
| Work permit authority | Labour Commissioner, online portal | Zanzibar labour authority; confirm the office |
| C-11 recommendation letter | TIC, now TISEZA; confirm | ZIPA |
| Work permit fees | F0415, F0416 | Not in the register; confirm locally |
The ZIPA eRegulations portal sets out the investor-side procedures in Zanzibar. Our guide to work and residence permits across Mainland and Zanzibar covers the wider picture.
Worked example: a retired couple and an NGO director
Case 1, retirees. A Dutch retiree aged 63 moves to Arusha on a pension. His wife, aged 52, is below the C-2 age and joins as his dependant. Neither is an EAC citizen.
- Residence permit C-2: USD 500 (NEW-04-08).
- Re-entry passes for the holder and his wife at USD 50: USD 100 (NEW-04-21).
- Work permit: none, as retirees are exempt.
- Total government fees: USD 600.
If the wife takes a dependant pass instead of endorsement, the cost is USD 500 + 50 + 550 = USD 1,100 (NEW-04-22). If he later volunteers at a school two days a week, he first needs a work permit or exemption. A certificate of exemption carries no fee (F0420); a Class D work permit costs USD 500 (F0416).
Case 2, NGO country director. A Kenyan citizen becomes country director of an NGO with a charitable certificate in Dodoma. Her two children join her.
- Work permit, if the Labour Commissioner treats the role as Class C: USD 1,000 (F0415).
- Residence permit C-7 at the EAC rate: USD 250 (NEW-04-13).
- Re-entry passes for three persons at USD 50: USD 150 (NEW-04-21).
- Total government fees: USD 1,400.
If the role is approved as Class D charitable work, the work permit costs USD 500 (F0416) and the total falls to USD 900. A non-EAC director pays USD 500 for C-7, so the Class C total becomes USD 1,650. The work permit runs 24 months, so renewal at month 22 repeats the fees (NEW-04-19, NEW-04-36). Budget USD 2,800 over four years in the base case. Zatra's professional fee is quoted separately.
What to do now
- Pick the code. Match the purpose to one of C-1 to C-13, and rule out Class A or B first.
- Settle the labour position. Decide whether the code needs a work permit, a Class D permit or an exemption certificate, and file that first.
- Stay outside if required. Apply before entry unless the code is C-2 or C-4.
- Prepare documents. Collect, certify and legalise the code-specific documents and the family certificates.
- Choose the family route. Endorse dependants at USD 50 each or file dependant passes.
- Pay and enrol. Pay the control number within 60 days, attend biometrics and collect the card.
- Diarise expiry. Record the permit and work permit expiry dates and the 60-day work permit renewal date.
Key dates and deadlines
The table applies the rules to Case 2, assuming both permits issue on 1 December 2026. Replace the dates with your own.
| When | Date in the example | Action | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before entry | Before travel | File the work permit and the C-7 application | e-Permit guidelines; Cap. 436 s.10(1) |
| Approval for payment | Within 60 days | Pay or the file is deleted | e-Permit guidelines |
| After enrolment | Within a week | Collect the permit | e-Permit guidelines |
| Work permit renewal | By 1 October 2028 | File at least 60 days before expiry on 30 November 2028 | Cap. 436 s.12; NEW-04-36 |
| Residence permit expiry | Date printed on the card | File the renewal before it passes | Cap. 54 s.32(2); NEW-04-19 |
| Refusal | On receipt of the decision | Consider an appeal to the Minister | Cap. 54 s.37 |
| Five-year total | About 30 November 2031 | Take advice on the next status | Cap. 54 s.32(2) |
How Zatra helps
Zatra's work and residence permits service prepares Class C files, work permits and exemption applications, family endorsements, renewals and changes of class. A Senior Advisory Session at USD 49 suits a retiree or NGO that wants the code and labour position checked before filing. Our pricing page lists the packages.
Government fees are paid by the client to the authority at the official rate against its GePG control number, separately from Zatra's professional fee. Zatra prepares and coordinates the file; it does not decide or guarantee any authority's outcome. Refusals, appeals to the Minister, revocation notices, prosecution, seizure of documents, disputes and formal legal opinions go to Zatra's advocate.
Sources and status
Accurate as at 11 October 2026. Fees are from the Zatra fee register at 26 September 2026; legal text is from the versions listed below.
- Residence Permit Application guidelines (e-Permit): Immigration Services Department, version shown 2024.3, live 2026. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Immigration (Amendment) Regulations, 2023, GN 428 of 2023: gazette text hosted by Citizenship Rights in Africa Initiative, 30 Jun 2023. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Immigration Act, Cap. 54, consolidated to Act No. 9 of 2021: TanzaniaLaws, 2021, ss.30, 32, 35 to 39 and 41. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Non-Citizens (Employment Regulation) Act, Cap. 436: TanzLII consolidation, 14 Mar 2025, ss.2, 4, 12 and 13. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Tanzania Work Permit Application guidelines: Labour Commissioner portal, Prime Minister's Office, live 2026. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Services to investors: work and residence permits: ZIPA eRegulations Zanzibar, live 2026. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Residence and work permits Class A, B and C: High Commission of Tanzania, Pretoria, fee table of 1 Jul 2011. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Research permit: High Commission of Tanzania, Ottawa, page live 2026. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Mainland Tanzania work permits in Zanzibar: FB Attorneys, 31 Oct 2022. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Work and residence permit application process in Tanzania: Clyde & Co, 6 Apr 2023. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
- Zatra fee register lines F0405, F0406, F0407, F0411, F0412, F0413, F0414, F0415, F0416, F0420, F0422, F0426, F0428, NEW-04-07 to NEW-04-19, NEW-04-21, NEW-04-22, NEW-04-26, NEW-04-27, NEW-04-36 and NEW-04-52: Tanzania Government Fees 2026, fees at 26 Sep 2026. Accessed 11 Oct 2026.
Figures to confirm before you act
- COSTECH research permit: the Ottawa mission reports a USD 50 application fee and USD 300 research fee (NEW-04-52, marked Confirm); its USD 120 residence figure is superseded by C-1 at USD 500
- Work permit class for NGO staff, missionaries and volunteers: Class D (F0416), Class C (F0415) or an exemption (F0420) is the Labour Commissioner's call
- Interns (C-9): whether a work permit or exemption is needed
- Residence permit term: the period printed on the card, and how the five-year total in Cap. 54 s.32(2) applies to long-term C-2 holders
- C-11 letter: whether TIC's role now sits with TISEZA, and the Land Act position on foreign home ownership
- Section numbers in Cap. 54 R.E. 2023: sections 30 to 41 were read in the 2021 consolidation; offences are s.47 in R.E. 2023 (F0426)
- Zanzibar: the issuing labour office, fees and timelines for a Zanzibar work permit
This article is general information based on official sources available at the date of publication. It is not legal, tax or financial advice. Laws and notices change. Verify with the issuing authority or consult Zatra before acting.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum income for a C-2 retiree permit?
GN 428 asks for "assured income" to support the retiree and dependants, with a retirement letter and proof of benefits. No minimum amount is printed in the matrix or the guidelines. Bank statements showing regular pension receipts over several months make the strongest file.
Can a C-11 property buyer rent out the house?
C-11 is a residence status for a buyer, not a business licence. Letting property for income may be treated as an economic activity needing other permits and tax registration with TRA. Take advice before signing a lease, and keep the title documents current.
Do children of a Class C holder need a student pass to attend school?
Children endorsed on the parent's permit, or holding a dependant pass, live in Tanzania on that status. Schools often ask for the permit card at enrolment. Confirm with the school and Immigration whether a separate student pass is expected for older children.
Can a medical patient on C-6 bring a carer?
The C-6 matrix entry covers the patient only. A spouse or child may be endorsed as a dependant. A carer who is not family would need a status of their own, possibly C-13 or a visitor visa, depending on the length of stay.
Is the Class C fee refunded if the permit is refused?
The residence fee is paid only after approval for payment, so a refusal before that stage costs nothing at Immigration. A linked work permit fee is non-refundable. A refusal can be appealed to the Minister, whose decision is final under Cap. 54.
Can a C-1 researcher be paid by a Tanzanian university?
C-1 covers approved research, and the guidelines exempt research from the work permit. A salaried teaching or employment post is different. If the university employs the researcher, a work permit and Class B permit are likely needed. Confirm before accepting payment.
What is C-13 used for in practice?
C-13 is the catch-all for people Immigration considers eligible for Class C but who fit no other code. GN 428 lists no code-specific documents, so the covering letter must explain the purpose fully. Expect Immigration to ask for further evidence.
Can a Class C holder travel abroad and come back on the same permit?
Yes. The GN 428 matrix charges a re-entry pass with every Class C permit, USD 50 for the holder and each dependant. Leaving Tanzania for good is different: section 41(6) of Cap. 54 requires the holder to surrender the permit.
Sources & regulators
Verify before filing: Rates, forms and thresholds move by Finance Act, Government Notice and portal revision. Confirm the live schedule on the mandate-holder portal before you budget or submit. Law-firm alerts and Big Four notes are discovery only.
- Residence Permit Application guidelines (e-Permit): Immigration Services Department, version shown 2024.3, live 2026; primary source, read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- Immigration (Amendment) Regulations, 2023, GN 428 of 2023: Gazette text, published 30 Jun 2023, hosted by Citizenship Rights in Africa Initiative; Class C codes, fees and documents, read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- Immigration Act, Cap. 54, consolidated to Act No. 9 of 2021: TanzaniaLaws consolidation, 2021; statute text (ss.30, 32, 35 to 39, 41), read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- Non-Citizens (Employment Regulation) Act (Cap. 436), consolidated to 14 March 2025: TanzLII consolidation, version 14 Mar 2025; primary source (ss.2, 4, 12, 13), read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- Tanzania Work Permit Application guidelines: Labour Commissioner portal, Prime Minister's Office, live 2026; primary source, read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- ZIPA eRegulations Zanzibar: services to investors: Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority, live 2026; read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- High Commission of Tanzania, Pretoria: Residence and work permits Class A, B and C: Official mission page, fee table of 1 Jul 2011, dated; read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- High Commission of Tanzania, Ottawa: Research permit: Official mission page, live 2026; COSTECH research clearance fees, read 11 Oct 2026. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- FB Attorneys: Mainland Tanzania work permits in Zanzibar: independent law firm note, published 31 Oct 2022. Accessed 2026-10-11.
- Clyde & Co: Work and residence permit application process in Tanzania: independent law firm note, published 6 Apr 2023. Accessed 2026-10-11.
Disclaimer
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