MOVING TO ZANZIBAR TANAZANIA

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Chris.Gelrad Member

Member since 22 March 2017

Chris.GelradMember26 March 2017 19:43:33

HOW CAN I SET UP A MODERATE BUSINESS AND GET MY RESIDENCE VISA IN ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA

Hi,
My name is Gerald Chris, I am Nigerian by nationality and currently I base in Alexandria Egypt. I want to migrate to Zanzibar in Tanzania based on suggestions from my friend who is a Tanzanian, but he has limited knowledge of procedures of settling down.
Therefore I came here to see if anyone can give me a general idea on cost of living and security and how i can set up a small business (Retail Shop) in Zanzibar,
and also how can i get a residence visa

Weruschka New member

Member since 03 February 2016

WeruschkaNew member27 March 2017 12:31:07

Hi Gerald,

Cost of living can be fairly cheap if you live from the fresh local produce. You can also get a flat/apartment for around $200 - $400 per month in Stonetown payable 6 monthly to a year in advance. You will need a work permit and then your residence permit. Also a TIN number. That is for tax purposes. Getting your permits is not really difficult but to set up your shop could be challenging. To find the correct location and then they will do a survey to see if that is not in competition to current shop owners in that area. Good luck!

Chris.Gelrad Member

Member since 22 March 2017

Chris.GelradMember27 March 2017 20:32:36

Thanks for your advises,
But about the Permit ?
You mentioned Work Permit and Resident Permit, what are the differences and what are the exact procedures i will pass through to get it?
Please reply me
Thank You

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