The interim measure, which has been in effect for six months, is trying to fill the gaps left by the ban and ensure continuity in travel, tourism and trade.
According to a statement from the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA), the decision was made “to protect tourism, business continuity and international mobility through various promotional measures.”
As part of the initiative, Ethiopian Airlines and Qatar Airways are granted the extension rights to operate additional routes connecting major Tanzanian destinations, the TCAA confirmed.
The EU ban will not affect all carriers
In a clarification issued by the TCAA Director, travelers were guaranteed that European Union restrictions apply only to aircraft registered in Tanzania and do not affect airlines accredited or registered in other countries.
“Following the European Union's announcement regarding the inclusion of several carriers registered in Tanzania on the EU Aviation Safety List, the TCAA has taken several steps to maintain an uninterrupted air travel with Tanzania,” the statement read.
The authorities emphasized that internationally registered airlines operating in Tanzania remain unaffected and not under the jurisdiction of Tanzania's regulatory authorities, and therefore maintain normal services.
Tanzania urges travelers not to cancel plans
In light of the EU announcement, the TCAA is advised international travelers not to cancel reservations for their Tanzania destinations. Instead, it reassured the public with its country's continued accessibility and commitment to high safety standards.
“Tanzania remains open and accessible. The aviation sector continues to operate in accordance with international safety and regulatory standards,” the statement emphasized.
Codesharing flexibility for local carriers
To minimize disruption, the TCAA has introduced regulatory flexibility to allow registered Tanzania airlines to operate in cooperation with foreign airlines through codeshare agreements or block permit arrangements. These partnerships ensure ongoing national and regional connectivity.
Meanwhile, the TCAA is actively engaging stakeholders across the aviation and tourism sector, including local operators and development partners, to coordinate a unified response to the ban and limit the impact on travelers.
Ongoing discussions with the EU
The Ministry of Transport has launched a diplomatic dialogue with the European Union, through the TCAA, to raise and ultimately remove Tanzania from the EU Aviation Safety List.
“These temporary arrangements are designed to maintain business continuity, investor trust and service reliability during this period,” the Aviation Administration concluded.
