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= Tanzania Toll Roads 2025: Complete Guide =
  
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== Toll Roads in Tanzania ==
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Currently, Tanzania has one operational toll road: the Nyerere Bridge, managed through the Kigamboni Toll Plaza. This bridge connects the Kigamboni area to the rest of Dar es Salaam, providing a crucial link for commuters and transporters. The Tanzanian government plans to introduce tolls on more major roads, including the Dar es Salaam-Morogoro Road, Dar es Salaam-Chalinze Road, and Arusha-Namanga Road, to improve infrastructure and ease congestion.<br>
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'''System:''' Limited toll infrastructure (single toll plaza)<br>
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'''Operator:''' National Social Security Fund (NSSF) / Government<br>
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'''Currency:''' Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)<br>
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'''Coverage:''' Nyerere Bridge (Kigamboni Bridge), Dar es Salaam<br>
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'''Technology:''' Cash payments, prepaid subscriptions
 
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== Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Tanzania? 2025 Update ==
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'''Mostly no - Tanzania has very limited toll infrastructure.''' The country operates only one toll plaza at the Nyerere Bridge (Kigamboni Bridge) in Dar es Salaam. All other roads across Tanzania are toll-free.
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'''Single Toll Location:'''
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* '''Nyerere Bridge:''' Connecting Dar es Salaam city center to Kigamboni District
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* '''No other toll roads:''' All highways, trunk roads, and regional roads are free
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* '''International transit:''' Free passage for most cross-border routes
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'''Regional Context:'''
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* Tanzania charges international cargo trucks road maintenance fees at borders
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* Domestic travelers typically encounter no tolls outside Dar es Salaam
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== Tanzania Toll Costs: Nyerere Bridge Rates (2025) ==
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=== Current Toll Rates (Revised May 2022) ===
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<tr>
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<th>Vehicle Type</th>
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<th>Per Trip</th>
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<th>Daily Pass</th>
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<th>Weekly Pass</th>
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<th>Monthly Pass</th>
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<td>Motorcycles (Bodaboda)</td>
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<td>TZS 300</td>
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<td>TZS 500</td>
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<td>TZS 2,000</td>
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<td>TZS 5,000</td>
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<td>Three-wheelers (Bajaj)</td>
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<td>TZS 500</td>
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<td>TZS 3,000</td>
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<td>TZS 10,000</td>
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<td>TZS 20,000</td>
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</tr>
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<td>Cars (Saloon)</td>
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<td>TZS 1,500</td>
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<td>TZS 2,500</td>
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<td>TZS 12,000</td>
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<td>TZS 35,000</td>
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</tr>
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<td>Pickup Trucks</td>
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<td>TZS 2,000</td>
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<td>TZS 4,000</td>
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<td>TZS 18,000</td>
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<td>TZS 50,000</td>
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<td>Small Buses</td>
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<td>TZS 3,000</td>
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<td>TZS 6,000</td>
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<td>TZS 25,000</td>
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<td>TZS 75,000</td>
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<td>Large Trucks/Buses</td>
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<td>TZS 5,000</td>
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<td>TZS 10,000</td>
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<td>TZS 40,000</td>
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<td>TZS 120,000</td>
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'''Note:''' Daily passes allow unlimited trips on the purchase day. Weekly and monthly passes are continuous from activation date.
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=== International Cargo Fees ===
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<th>Route Type</th>
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<th>Fee Structure</th>
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<th>Current Rate</th>
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<th>Notes</th>
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<td>Cross-border Trucks</td>
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<td>Flat rate per vehicle</td>
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<td>USD 152</td>
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<td>All axle configurations</td>
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<td>Small Vehicles</td>
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<td>Previously per 100km</td>
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<td>USD 152 (harmonized)</td>
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<td>Same as large trucks</td>
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<td>Transit Cargo</td>
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<td>Road maintenance fee</td>
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<td>Varies by agreement</td>
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<td>Subject to bilateral negotiations</td>
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== How to Pay Tanzania Tolls ==
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=== Nyerere Bridge Payment Options ===
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* '''Cash:''' Tanzanian Shillings accepted at toll plaza
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* '''Prepaid subscriptions:''' Daily, weekly, monthly passes available
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* '''Online portal:''' NSSF bridge portal for subscription management
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* '''No electronic tags:''' Currently no RFID or contactless payment systems
  
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== How to pay tolls in Tanzania? ==
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=== Payment Locations ===
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When using the Nyerere Bridge (Kigamboni Bridge) in Dar es Salaam, there are two primary methods for toll payment:<ul><li>
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* '''Toll plaza:''' At bridge approach on both directions
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<b>Cash Payment</b>: Users pay cash at toll booths upon crossing the bridge. This traditional method may experience queues during peak hours but is suitable for infrequent users.<br>
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* '''NSSF offices:''' National Social Security Fund locations
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* '''Online platform:''' [https://bridge-portal.nssf.go.tz Bridge portal]
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<b>Bundle Subscription</b>: Users can pay for multiple trips in advance by purchasing daily, weekly, or monthly bundles. This method is cost-effective for frequent users and reduces cash transactions.<br>
 
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For more information, visit the '''NSSF Official website'''<ref>[https://www.nssf.or.tz NSSF Official Website]</ref>.
 
  
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Fleet companies and other transport businesses can leverage toll intelligence by integrating with the [https://tollguru.com/toll-api-docs TollGuru Toll API] for pre-trip calculation and post-trip reconciliation.
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== Recent Changes (2025) ==
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* '''Rate reductions (May 2022):''' Significant decreases following public pressure
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* '''Subscription system:''' Introduction of daily, weekly, monthly passes
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* '''Harmonized international fees:''' USD 152 flat rate for cross-border trucks
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* '''New toll collection system:''' Planned modernization starting July 2022
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* '''Public consultation:''' Ongoing discussions about complete toll removal
  
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== Which organization manages the toll plazas in Tanzania? ==
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== Tanzania vs. East African Neighbors ==
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The Nyerere Bridge, also known as the Kigamboni Bridge, is operated by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Tanzania. NSSF designed, financed, and constructed the bridge under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.This arrangement allows NSSF to collect toll fees for a concession period of 25 to 30 years to recover its investment. After this period, ownership will transfer to the Government of Tanzania. For more details, visit the NSSF Official website.
 
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== What are the toll rates in Tanzania? ==
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<th>Country</th>
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Toll rates at the Kigamboni Toll Plaza are categorized by vehicle type.<br>
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<th>Toll System</th>
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<th>Coverage</th>
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    <caption><b>Kigamboni Toll Plaza Rates</b></caption>
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<th>Typical Costs</th>
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<th>International Fees</th>
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        <th>Vehicle Category</th>
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        <th>Toll Rates (Tsh)</th>
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<td>Tanzania</td>
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<td>Single toll plaza</td>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Motorcycles (Bodaboda)</td>
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<td>Nyerere Bridge only</td>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">300</td>
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<td>TZS 300-5,000</td>
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<td>USD 152 flat rate</td>
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</tr>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Three-Wheeled Vehicles (Bajaj)</td>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">500</td>
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<td>Kenya</td>
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<td>Planned toll roads</td>
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<td>Future implementation</td>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Saloon Cars</td>
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<td>Not yet operational</td>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">1500</td>
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<td>No domestic tolls</td>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Pickups (up to 2 tonnes) & Station Wagons</td>
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<td>Uganda</td>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">2000</td>
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<td>Distance-based</td>
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<td>Major highways</td>
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<td>USD 10 per 100km</td>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Mini-Buses (up to 15 passengers)</td>
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<td>USD 10 per 100km</td>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">3000</td>
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<td>Rwanda</td>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Buses & Light Trucks</td>
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<td>Fixed rates</td>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">5000</td>
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<td>Selected routes</td>
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<td>USD 76-152</td>
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    <tr>
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<td>USD 76-152 per truck</td>
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        <td style="text-align: left;">Heavy Trucks</td>
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</tr>
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        <td style="text-align: center;">7000</td>
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<td>Burundi</td>
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<td>Limited system</td>
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<td>Minimal coverage</td>
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<td>Varies</td>
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<td>Similar to Rwanda</td>
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[https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-tanzania TollGuru Trip Calculator].
 
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== Major Tanzania Road Network ==
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== Are there future toll roads planned in Tanzania? ==
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Yes, Tanzania plans to expand its toll road network to include major highways such as:<ul>
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=== Toll-Free Highway System ===
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<li>Dar es Salaam - Morogoro Road</li>
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* '''A-7 Road:''' Dar es Salaam - Morogoro - Iringa (492 km, entirely paved)
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<li>Dar es Salaam - Chalinze Road</li>
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* '''A-14 Road:''' Chalinze - Tanga (connects to A-7)
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<li>Arusha - Namanga Road</li>
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* '''B-2 Road:''' Dar es Salaam - Mtwara (556 km, entirely paved)
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* '''Trans-African Highway 4:''' Namanga - Arusha - Dodoma - Mbeya - Tunduma
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These toll roads aim to improve infrastructure, ease congestion, and support economic growth.
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* '''Central Corridor:''' Dar es Salaam - Dodoma - Mwanza - Uganda border
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=== Bridge Infrastructure ===
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* '''Nyerere Bridge:''' 680m cable-stayed bridge (tolled)
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* '''Kigongo-Busisi Bridge:''' 3.2km bridge over Lake Mwanza (recently completed)
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* '''Mkapa Bridge:''' Spans Rufiji River on B-2 road (toll-free)
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== Planned Toll Road Development ==
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=== Dar es Salaam Toll Network (Proposed) ===
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* '''Total investment:''' USD 1 billion proposed by China Overseas Engineering Group
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* '''Scope:''' 10 toll roads (6 inner city, 4 ring roads)
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* '''Purpose:''' Reduce congestion and improve traffic flow
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* '''Status:''' Feasibility study stage
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=== Chalinze-Dar es Salaam Toll Road ===
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* '''Length:''' 108 km expressway-standard road
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* '''Route:''' Parallel to existing A-7 highway
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* '''Concept:''' Paid superior toll road vs. free existing road
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* '''Status:''' Under development consideration
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== Planning Your Tanzania Journey ==
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=== Cost Considerations ===
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* '''Domestic travel:''' Generally toll-free except Nyerere Bridge
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* '''Dar es Salaam access:''' Budget TZS 1,500-5,000 for bridge crossing
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* '''International transit:''' USD 152 border fee for commercial vehicles
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* '''Fuel costs:''' Primary expense for road travel
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=== Travel Tips ===
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* '''Bridge subscriptions:''' Consider weekly/monthly passes for frequent Kigamboni travel
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* '''Alternative routes:''' Ferry service still available from Kivukoni
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* '''Road conditions:''' Main highways generally well-maintained
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* '''Border crossings:''' Prepare for cargo fees on commercial routes
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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=== Are there tolls on the road from Dar es Salaam to Arusha? ===
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No, the A-7 and connecting roads to Arusha are completely toll-free. Only the Nyerere Bridge in Dar es Salaam charges tolls.
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=== Can I avoid the Nyerere Bridge toll? ===
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Yes, the traditional Kivukoni ferry service still operates between Dar es Salaam and Kigamboni, though it's slower than the bridge.
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=== Do tourists pay different rates on the bridge? ===
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No, toll rates are the same for all users regardless of nationality or vehicle registration.
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=== Are there plans for more toll roads in Tanzania? ===
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Yes, there are proposals for toll road networks in Dar es Salaam and the Chalinze-Dar es Salaam route, but these are still in planning stages.
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=== How do cross-border truck fees work? ===
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International cargo trucks pay a flat USD 152 fee regardless of distance traveled within Tanzania. This fee was harmonized in 2021 following regional negotiations.
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=== Can I pay bridge tolls with foreign currency? ===
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The toll plaza primarily accepts Tanzanian Shillings. US Dollars may be accepted but change will be given in TZS.
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=== Is the bridge toll collected in both directions? ===
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Yes, tolls are collected when traveling in either direction across the Nyerere Bridge.
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== Regional Trade & Cross-Border Tolls ==
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=== East African Community Harmonization ===
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* '''Northern Corridor:''' 1,700 km route from Mombasa serving landlocked countries
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* '''Central Corridor:''' Dar es Salaam port serving Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, DRC
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* '''Harmonization efforts:''' EAC working toward standardized USD 10 per 100km rate
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* '''Current disparities:''' Tanzania's USD 152 vs. Uganda's distance-based charging
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=== Trade Impact ===
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* '''Cost of logistics:''' Road tolls estimated to cost East Africa 1.7-2.8% of GDP annually
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* '''Trade facilitation:''' Harmonized fees could reduce business costs significantly
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* '''Regional integration:''' Simplified toll structures support increased intra-EAC trade
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== Infrastructure Development Timeline ==
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=== Recent Completions ===
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* '''Nyerere Bridge (2016):''' First major toll infrastructure
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* '''Kigongo-Busisi Bridge (2025):''' Longest bridge in East Africa (toll-free)
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* '''Highway improvements:''' Ongoing paving of major trunk roads
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=== Future Projects ===
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* '''Dar es Salaam toll network:''' Proposed 10-road system
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* '''Express highway development:''' Chalinze-Dar es Salaam corridor
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* '''Technology upgrades:''' Electronic toll collection systems planned
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== Contact Information ==
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=== Toll Operations ===
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* '''Nyerere Bridge:''' National Social Security Fund (NSSF)
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* '''Online portal:''' [https://bridge-portal.nssf.go.tz bridge-portal.nssf.go.tz]
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* '''Customer service:''' Available at toll plaza
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=== Road Authorities ===
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* '''TANROADS:''' Tanzania National Roads Agency
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* '''Website:''' [https://www.tanroads.go.tz tanroads.go.tz]
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* '''Emergency:''' 112 (national emergency number)
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=== Tourism Information ===
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* '''Traffic updates:''' Available via local radio stations
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* '''Road conditions:''' TANROADS website and regional offices
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[https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-tanzania Calculate Your Tanzania Travel Costs]
 
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== See also ==
 
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/kenya-tolls Kenya]
 
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/south-africa-tolls South Africa]
 
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/uganda-tolls Uganda]
 
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/nigeria-tolls Nigeria]
 
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Latest revision as of 22:27, 1 July 2025

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Tanzania Toll Roads 2025: Complete Guide

System: Limited toll infrastructure (single toll plaza)
Operator: National Social Security Fund (NSSF) / Government
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Coverage: Nyerere Bridge (Kigamboni Bridge), Dar es Salaam
Technology: Cash payments, prepaid subscriptions

Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Tanzania? 2025 Update

Mostly no - Tanzania has very limited toll infrastructure. The country operates only one toll plaza at the Nyerere Bridge (Kigamboni Bridge) in Dar es Salaam. All other roads across Tanzania are toll-free.

Single Toll Location:

  • Nyerere Bridge: Connecting Dar es Salaam city center to Kigamboni District
  • No other toll roads: All highways, trunk roads, and regional roads are free
  • International transit: Free passage for most cross-border routes

Regional Context:

  • Tanzania charges international cargo trucks road maintenance fees at borders
  • Domestic travelers typically encounter no tolls outside Dar es Salaam

Tanzania Toll Costs: Nyerere Bridge Rates (2025)

Current Toll Rates (Revised May 2022)

Vehicle Type Per Trip Daily Pass Weekly Pass Monthly Pass
Motorcycles (Bodaboda) TZS 300 TZS 500 TZS 2,000 TZS 5,000
Three-wheelers (Bajaj) TZS 500 TZS 3,000 TZS 10,000 TZS 20,000
Cars (Saloon) TZS 1,500 TZS 2,500 TZS 12,000 TZS 35,000
Pickup Trucks TZS 2,000 TZS 4,000 TZS 18,000 TZS 50,000
Small Buses TZS 3,000 TZS 6,000 TZS 25,000 TZS 75,000
Large Trucks/Buses TZS 5,000 TZS 10,000 TZS 40,000 TZS 120,000

Note: Daily passes allow unlimited trips on the purchase day. Weekly and monthly passes are continuous from activation date.

International Cargo Fees

Route Type Fee Structure Current Rate Notes
Cross-border Trucks Flat rate per vehicle USD 152 All axle configurations
Small Vehicles Previously per 100km USD 152 (harmonized) Same as large trucks
Transit Cargo Road maintenance fee Varies by agreement Subject to bilateral negotiations

How to Pay Tanzania Tolls

Nyerere Bridge Payment Options

  • Cash: Tanzanian Shillings accepted at toll plaza
  • Prepaid subscriptions: Daily, weekly, monthly passes available
  • Online portal: NSSF bridge portal for subscription management
  • No electronic tags: Currently no RFID or contactless payment systems

Payment Locations

  • Toll plaza: At bridge approach on both directions
  • NSSF offices: National Social Security Fund locations
  • Online platform: Bridge portal

Recent Changes (2025)

  • Rate reductions (May 2022): Significant decreases following public pressure
  • Subscription system: Introduction of daily, weekly, monthly passes
  • Harmonized international fees: USD 152 flat rate for cross-border trucks
  • New toll collection system: Planned modernization starting July 2022
  • Public consultation: Ongoing discussions about complete toll removal

Tanzania vs. East African Neighbors

Country Toll System Coverage Typical Costs International Fees
Tanzania Single toll plaza Nyerere Bridge only TZS 300-5,000 USD 152 flat rate
Kenya Planned toll roads Future implementation Not yet operational No domestic tolls
Uganda Distance-based Major highways USD 10 per 100km USD 10 per 100km
Rwanda Fixed rates Selected routes USD 76-152 USD 76-152 per truck
Burundi Limited system Minimal coverage Varies Similar to Rwanda

Major Tanzania Road Network

Toll-Free Highway System

  • A-7 Road: Dar es Salaam - Morogoro - Iringa (492 km, entirely paved)
  • A-14 Road: Chalinze - Tanga (connects to A-7)
  • B-2 Road: Dar es Salaam - Mtwara (556 km, entirely paved)
  • Trans-African Highway 4: Namanga - Arusha - Dodoma - Mbeya - Tunduma
  • Central Corridor: Dar es Salaam - Dodoma - Mwanza - Uganda border

Bridge Infrastructure

  • Nyerere Bridge: 680m cable-stayed bridge (tolled)
  • Kigongo-Busisi Bridge: 3.2km bridge over Lake Mwanza (recently completed)
  • Mkapa Bridge: Spans Rufiji River on B-2 road (toll-free)

Planned Toll Road Development

Dar es Salaam Toll Network (Proposed)

  • Total investment: USD 1 billion proposed by China Overseas Engineering Group
  • Scope: 10 toll roads (6 inner city, 4 ring roads)
  • Purpose: Reduce congestion and improve traffic flow
  • Status: Feasibility study stage

Chalinze-Dar es Salaam Toll Road

  • Length: 108 km expressway-standard road
  • Route: Parallel to existing A-7 highway
  • Concept: Paid superior toll road vs. free existing road
  • Status: Under development consideration

Planning Your Tanzania Journey

Cost Considerations

  • Domestic travel: Generally toll-free except Nyerere Bridge
  • Dar es Salaam access: Budget TZS 1,500-5,000 for bridge crossing
  • International transit: USD 152 border fee for commercial vehicles
  • Fuel costs: Primary expense for road travel

Travel Tips

  • Bridge subscriptions: Consider weekly/monthly passes for frequent Kigamboni travel
  • Alternative routes: Ferry service still available from Kivukoni
  • Road conditions: Main highways generally well-maintained
  • Border crossings: Prepare for cargo fees on commercial routes

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there tolls on the road from Dar es Salaam to Arusha?

No, the A-7 and connecting roads to Arusha are completely toll-free. Only the Nyerere Bridge in Dar es Salaam charges tolls.

Can I avoid the Nyerere Bridge toll?

Yes, the traditional Kivukoni ferry service still operates between Dar es Salaam and Kigamboni, though it's slower than the bridge.

Do tourists pay different rates on the bridge?

No, toll rates are the same for all users regardless of nationality or vehicle registration.

Are there plans for more toll roads in Tanzania?

Yes, there are proposals for toll road networks in Dar es Salaam and the Chalinze-Dar es Salaam route, but these are still in planning stages.

How do cross-border truck fees work?

International cargo trucks pay a flat USD 152 fee regardless of distance traveled within Tanzania. This fee was harmonized in 2021 following regional negotiations.

Can I pay bridge tolls with foreign currency?

The toll plaza primarily accepts Tanzanian Shillings. US Dollars may be accepted but change will be given in TZS.

Is the bridge toll collected in both directions?

Yes, tolls are collected when traveling in either direction across the Nyerere Bridge.

Regional Trade & Cross-Border Tolls

East African Community Harmonization

  • Northern Corridor: 1,700 km route from Mombasa serving landlocked countries
  • Central Corridor: Dar es Salaam port serving Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, DRC
  • Harmonization efforts: EAC working toward standardized USD 10 per 100km rate
  • Current disparities: Tanzania's USD 152 vs. Uganda's distance-based charging

Trade Impact

  • Cost of logistics: Road tolls estimated to cost East Africa 1.7-2.8% of GDP annually
  • Trade facilitation: Harmonized fees could reduce business costs significantly
  • Regional integration: Simplified toll structures support increased intra-EAC trade

Infrastructure Development Timeline

Recent Completions

  • Nyerere Bridge (2016): First major toll infrastructure
  • Kigongo-Busisi Bridge (2025): Longest bridge in East Africa (toll-free)
  • Highway improvements: Ongoing paving of major trunk roads

Future Projects

  • Dar es Salaam toll network: Proposed 10-road system
  • Express highway development: Chalinze-Dar es Salaam corridor
  • Technology upgrades: Electronic toll collection systems planned

Contact Information

Toll Operations

  • Nyerere Bridge: National Social Security Fund (NSSF)
  • Online portal: bridge-portal.nssf.go.tz
  • Customer service: Available at toll plaza

Road Authorities

  • TANROADS: Tanzania National Roads Agency
  • Website: tanroads.go.tz
  • Emergency: 112 (national emergency number)

Tourism Information

  • Traffic updates: Available via local radio stations
  • Road conditions: TANROADS website and regional offices
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