The Immigration Services Department is established under Section 4(1) of the Immigration Act of 1995, Chapter 54, as amended by Act No.8 of 2015. This Act gives the Department the authority to control and facilitate immigration issues in the United Republic of Tanzania. The Department is one of the security organs under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Vision
To become an efficient and effective Institution that provides high-quality Immigration services that meet national and international standards.
 Mission
Facilitate and control movements of persons by implementing relevant laws and regulations to safeguard national security and economic interests.