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Botswana Visa and Passport Requirements

Passport required Return ticket required Visa required
Australian Yes Yes No
British Yes Yes No
Canadian Yes Yes No
EU Yes Yes No
USA Yes Yes No

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Passports

To enter Botswana, your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date you arrive and with at least three blank pages.

Visas

Citizens of many countries and territories—including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and all European Union member states—can enter Botswana visa-free for tourism purposes. The length of stay permitted varies depending on nationality, but is typically up to 90 days per calendar year.

While Botswana does not publish an official list of all countries eligible for visa-free entry, it does provide a list of countries whose nationals require a visa to enter. Travellers are advised to check the most up-to-date information on the Botswana Tourism website: www.botswanatourism.co.bw.

Types and cost

Single entry: BWP 300.00 (US$30).

Multiple entry: BWP 500.00 (US$50).

Validity

Single or multiple-entry : Up to 90 days.

Application to

Apply online via https://evisa.gov.bw or visit the nearest consulate.

 

Working days

Allow two working days for online visa processing.

Extension of stay

If you wish to extend your stay beyond 90 days, you must contact the Department of Immigration to request an extension.

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Visa and passport information is updated regularly and is correct at the time of publishing. You should verify critical travel information independently with the relevant embassy before you travel.