The U.S. Department of State released a fresh Travel Advisory for Tanzania on the morning of 16 October 2026, moving the country to Level 2—“Exercise Increased Caution.” The advisory cites rising violent crime, potential terrorist activity near the Mozambican border, periodic civil unrest and limited medical services outside Dar es Salaam and Arusha. While Tanzania is not a top destination for U.S. corporate assignees, it is a significant hub for energy, mining and safari-related tourism. Business-travel insurers report that post-pandemic demand for in-person site visits has surged, especially around liquefied-natural-gas projects on the coast. The Level 2 rating itself does not restrict travel, but many companies’ duty-of-care policies require manager approval or a security briefing once a country reaches that threshold. Key practical points include advising travelers to avoid the Mtwara region bordering Mozambique, where insurgent spill-over has been reported, and reminding LGBTQ+ employees that same-sex relationships are illegal and actively policed. The advisory also warns of arbitrary enforcement actions that can delay departures; mobility managers should ensure travelers carry proof of onward tickets and have local legal contacts. Medical evacuation coverage is strongly recommended. Most international clinics in Tanzania can stabilize patients but still evacuate serious trauma cases to Nairobi or Johannesburg. Companies should verify that their travel-risk provider can coordinate fixed-wing evacuations from provincial airstrips. Employers with expatriates on rotational assignments should update crisis-response plans and confirm enrollment in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) so embassy alerts reach both the traveler and headquarters security teams.
