Botswana Visa & Entry Requirements
Everything you need to know before travelling to Botswana. Check visa requirements, prepare your documents and plan your journey with confidence.
Check Visa Requirements →Planning a Visit to Botswana?
Botswana welcomes visitors from around the world to experience its extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture and warm hospitality.
Depending on your nationality, passport and purpose of visit, you may need to obtain a visa before entering Botswana. We recommend checking the latest immigration requirements before making travel arrangements.
Countries That Require a Visa
The following countries appear on published Botswana visa-required reference lists. Please confirm current requirements before travelling.
Countries Requiring Visas
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Algeria
- Andorra
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- China
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Republic of the Congo
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Ghana
- Guatemala
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Honduras
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Somalia
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Syria
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Ukraine
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
- Yemen
Important Travel Notice
Visa requirements and exemptions may change. This list is provided for general reference and may not reflect the latest immigration arrangements. A country not appearing here should not be assumed visa-exempt.
Verify Visa Requirements →Applying for a Botswana Visa
Follow these four simple steps if you require a visa to visit Botswana.
Check Your Eligibility
Confirm the visa requirements for your nationality and purpose of travel.
Prepare Your Documents
Gather your passport, travel itinerary and supporting documents.
Submit Your Application
Apply through Botswana's official eVisa service or relevant authority.
Confirm Your Approval
Check your application outcome before making your journey.
Documents You May Need
Depending on your visa category, supporting documents may include:
- Valid passport
- Passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application information
- Flight itinerary or travel arrangements
- Accommodation booking or invitation letter
- Proof of sufficient funds, where required
- Details of the purpose of your visit
- Additional documents requested by Immigration
Requirements vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances.
View Official Document Requirements →
Apply for Your Botswana Visa Online
Botswana provides an official online visa application service. Visit the government portal for application instructions, required documents and visa status information.
Visit Botswana eVisa Portal →Visa decisions are made by Botswana's immigration authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does everyone need a visa to visit Botswana?
No. Visa requirements depend on nationality, passport type and purpose of visit.
Can I apply for a Botswana visa online?
Botswana operates an official eVisa portal at https://evisa.gov.bw/.
How long does visa processing take?
Processing times vary. Apply well before your intended departure date.
What if my country is not on the list?
An unlisted country should not be assumed visa-exempt. Confirm current requirements with Botswana Immigration.
Can I work in Botswana on a tourist visa?
A tourist visa does not automatically authorise employment. Appropriate immigration authorisation is required.
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