Passports

Replacement of Lost or Stolen Passports

Many U.S. passports are lost and stolen in Tanzania. You should safeguard your passports and other valuables at all times; be especially wary when traveling by bus or shopping. Make a photocopy of your passport's biographic data page (inside cover) or keep a record of your passport number, date, and place of issue separate from your passport; do the same with the address and telephone number of the American Embassy in Dar es Salaam. Do not leave your passport and other valuables in a hotel room or car, even a locked one. When not in use, store your passport in a secure place, such as a hotel safe. To obtain a replacement passport, you will need to visit the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam during regular working hours. The Embassy cannot open after hours or on weekends to replace lost or stolen passports. A Duty Officer is available after hours to assist with emergencies.

In case of a lost or stolen passport:

• Report you passport lost or stolen to the nearest police station.

• Report the loss to the U.S. Embassy.

• Complete the Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen Passport and submit it with your application for a new passport, together with Application Form DS-11, fees, and passport photos. In addition, please bring the police report and any photo identification.

• In the case of a child's lost passport, both parents must appear with the child. Please see our section on Passports for Minors .