The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to

• any area within 20km of the Tanzanian border with the Cabo Delgado province of Mozambique, due to attacks by groups linked with Islamic extremism.

It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.

Around 75,000 British nationals visit Tanzania every year.

Although most visits to Tanzania are trouble-free, violent and armed crime is increasing. Take sensible precautions to protect yourself and your belongings. See Crime

On occasion, demonstrations and political rallies across Tanzania have turned violent and resulted in fatalities. You should avoid all demonstrations and rallies. See Safety and security

During the rainy seasons, end of March until May and October to middle of December, exceptionally heavy rainfall and strong winds can occur. See Natural disasters

Plastic bags are banned for environmental reasons. See Local laws and customs

Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Tanzania. See Terrorism

If you need to contact the emergency services, dial 112 and ask for the emergency service you require.

There is a threat of piracy in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean. See River and sea travel

On 6 November 2022, a Precision Air flight from Dar es Salaam to Bukoba crashed into Lake Victoria close to Bukoba airport. See Air travel

In the last few years there have been several ferry disasters in which hundreds of people have died. If you believe a ferry is overloaded or not seaworthy, do not get on. See River and sea travel

Long distance buses are often involved in accidents which can be fatal. See Road travel

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.