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Tanzania Migrant Pass: Eligibility, Requirements, and Application Process
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Description :
The Migrant Pass in Tanzania is designated for individuals of African descent from bordering countries or those prescribed under the Immigration Regulations, who migrated to Tanzania before 1972 and continue to reside without holding a passport or identification from another country. Joombaah, as your knowledge facilitator, provides comprehensive guidance on how to apply for this pass, including requirements, fees, and the application process.
Overview
Migrant Pass in Tanzania: Comprehensive Guide
The Migrant Pass is designed for specific individuals of African descent who migrated to Tanzania before 1972 and have continued to reside in the country without holding a passport or identification from another nation. This pass allows them to legally reside in Tanzania, subject to the conditions set forth in the Immigration Regulations.
General Requirements for All Passes:
- Copy of Valid Passport (if available)
- Covering Letter from Respective Institution
- Previous Copy of Pass (for renewal)
- Relevant Fee (depending on the type of Pass)
Specific Requirements for the Migrant Pass:
- Recommendation Letter from Village Executive Officer (VEO)
- Recommendation Letter from Ward Executive Officer (WEO)
- Covering Letter from Regional Immigration Officer (RIO)
- Documentary Evidence showing presence in Tanzania since 1972
- Birth Certificates of the applicant or parents, where necessary
- Copy of Parent’s Migrant Pass, if the applicant is a child of a holder of a Migrant Pass
Application Process
- Prepare the Required Documents: Gather all the documents listed above, including recommendation letters and evidence of presence in Tanzania since 1972.
- Submit the Application: Applications should be submitted to the Regional Immigration Office in Tanzania, along with the required documents.
- Await Approval: The Immigration Department will review the application, verify the documents, and decide whether to grant the Migrant Pass.
- Receive the Pass: Once approved, the applicant will receive the Migrant Pass, which will be valid for a duration not exceeding two years.
Fees
The Migrant Pass does not have a standard fee in USD for international applicants. However, the fee is set at 10,000 TSH.