Tanzanian consular representation in Victoria and Tasmania
Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne
Find current contact details, opening hours, location, jurisdiction and consular guidance for the Consulate of the United Republic of Tanzania in Melbourne.
Contact information
Contact the Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate of the United Republic of Tanzania serving Victoria and Tasmania.
Before visiting: contact the Consulate before travelling to confirm current visitor arrangements, whether an appointment is required and whether your particular consular matter can be handled locally.
Location
Where is the Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne?
The Consulate of the United Republic of Tanzania serving Victoria and Tasmania is located at Level 1, 269 Camberwell Road in Camberwell, Melbourne.
Check before travelling: contact the Consulate in advance to confirm current access arrangements and the requirements for your enquiry.
About the mission
About the Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne
The Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne is an honorary consular representation of the United Republic of Tanzania serving Victoria and Tasmania.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially designates the post as the Consulate of the United Republic of Tanzania.
The mission is headed by Mr Habib Chanzi, Honorary Consul of Tanzania. DFAT records his appointment from 10 May 2024.
The Melbourne post forms part of Tanzania’s honorary consular network in Australia alongside consulates in Adelaide and Perth.
Local assistance
Consular services
As an honorary consular post, the Melbourne Consulate can provide appropriate local guidance and assistance within the scope of the services available through the mission.
Tanzanian citizens
Tanzanian citizens in Victoria and Tasmania can contact the Consulate for appropriate local consular information, guidance and assistance.
Emergency assistance
Tanzania advises its citizens abroad to contact the nearest Tanzanian mission or Honorary Consul in an emergency. The Melbourne post can therefore be an important local point of contact for Tanzanian nationals in its jurisdiction.
Consular guidance
The Honorary Consul can provide guidance on appropriate Tanzanian authorities and procedures when an enquiry requires processing beyond the services available locally.
Check the service first: do not assume that the honorary Consulate can process every passport, visa, citizenship or document service. Contact the office before submitting documents or travelling.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne
DFAT currently lists business hours as Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Tuesday is not included in the published business hours.
The official listing does not specify a separate appointment rule. Contact the Consulate before visiting to confirm current visitor arrangements and whether your particular service requires an appointment.
Before your visit: published business hours do not necessarily mean that every consular procedure is available on a walk-in basis. Contact the office first.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the Melbourne Consulate’s jurisdiction as Victoria and Tasmania.
Residents of both states can therefore contact the Melbourne post for appropriate local Tanzanian consular guidance and assistance.
Tanzania’s other currently accredited honorary consular posts in Australia are located in Adelaide and Perth, with separate areas of responsibility.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Tanzanian Consulate
Confirm the service you require and current visitor arrangements before travelling to the Camberwell office.
Check the service
Ask whether your particular consular enquiry can be handled by the Melbourne honorary Consulate or needs to be referred to another Tanzanian authority.
Prepare your documents
If documents are required, confirm which originals, copies, identification or supporting material you should bring before attending the Consulate.
Confirm your visit
Contact the Consulate before travelling, even if you plan to visit during the published business hours.
Frequently asked questions
Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne
Does Tanzania have a Consulate in Melbourne?
Yes. The United Republic of Tanzania maintains an honorary Consulate in Camberwell, Melbourne, serving Victoria and Tasmania.
Where is the Tanzanian Consulate in Melbourne?
The Consulate is located at Level 1, 269 Camberwell Road, Camberwell, VIC 3124, Australia.
How can I contact the Tanzanian Consulate?
DFAT currently lists the mobile number as +61 416 979 933.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Tanzania in Melbourne?
Mr Habib Chanzi is the Honorary Consul of Tanzania. DFAT records his appointment from 10 May 2024.
What are the opening hours?
DFAT currently lists business hours as Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Is the Consulate open on Tuesdays?
Tuesday is not included in the business hours currently published by DFAT. Contact the Consulate before planning a visit.
Do I need an appointment?
The current official listing does not specify a separate appointment rule. Contact the Consulate before visiting to confirm current visitor arrangements.
Which areas does the Melbourne Consulate cover?
Its official jurisdiction is Victoria and Tasmania.
Can the Consulate help Tanzanian citizens in an emergency?
Tanzania advises citizens abroad to contact the nearest Tanzanian mission or Honorary Consul in an emergency. Contact the Melbourne Consulate for appropriate local assistance and guidance.
Can I apply for a Tanzanian passport at the Melbourne Consulate?
The current official information does not establish that the Melbourne honorary Consulate processes passport applications. Contact the office for guidance on the correct procedure before visiting.
Does the Melbourne Consulate issue Tanzanian visas?
Do not assume that visa applications are processed by the honorary Consulate. Check the current Tanzanian visa procedure and contact the Consulate if you need guidance.