TYPE

ELIGIBILITY

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

FEES

Diplomatic visa

Issued to holders of Diplomatic passport on official duty to Botswana. Also issued to members of staff of Diplomatic missions accredited to Botswana on non-residence basis.

Letter from sending government or organization

Gratis

Official Visa

Issued to holders of official passports on official duty to Botswana. Also issued to members of staff of Diplomatic missions accredited to Botswana on non-residence basis.

Letter from sending government or organization.

Gratis

Business visa

For prospective investors, entrepreneur or traders to visit and/ or explore business opportunities in Botswana. Business activities may include; Consulting with business associates, attending a scientific, educational, professional, business convention/conference and negotiate a contract.

Certificate of incorporation, Business profile, Trading license, Schedule of meetings, Bank statement

Rs 3050.00 
(Single entry)
Rs 6100.00 
(multiple entry up to 3 months)
Rs 9150.00
(multiple entry up to 6 months or 1 year)

Investment visa

For business people who regularly visit Botswana being Directors of companies domicile in the country. The visa will be issued to individuals who have investment in Botswana.

Certificate of incorporation, Business profile, Trading license, Schedule of meetings, Bank statement, Share certificate

Rs 6100.00 

(multiple entry up to 3 months)

Rs 15200.00

(multiple entry up to 5 yrs)

Tourist visa

For people who intend to visit Botswana for a holiday, sightseeing, social or recreational reasons, or for other short-term non-work purposes.

The main reasons should be Tourism/vacation (holiday) 

Tour plan/trip schedule, bank statement.

Marriage certificate for married couples travelling together.

Rs 1850.00

(Single entry)

Rs 3160.00 

(multiple entry up to 3 months)

Visitors visa

For people or groups visiting for social reasons.

This visa lets you travel to Botswana to:

• Visit with friends or relatives

• Medical treatment etc.

 NOTE;

Applicant will not work for or provide services to a business or organization in Botswana, and

Sell goods or services to the public 

Sworn statement by the host signed at the immigration service point, Copy of Omang/Residence permit and Financial proof of support. 

Marriage certificate for married couples travelling together

Rs 1850.00

(Single entry)

Rs 3050.00 

(multiple entry up to 3 months)

Rs 9150.00

(multiple entry up to 3 months to 2 years for dependants of residents)

Study visa

Will be issued to students who have been accepted in Botswana educational institutions.

NOTE; engaging in any employment is prohibited.

Letter of acceptance by the educational institutions in Botswana.

Study permit

Proof of sponsorship

Gratis

Employment

For individuals who wish to travel to Botswana for purposes of employment

Internship

Research

Work

Voluntary services

Waiver from Department Labour, Employment contract or confirmation letter of employment. Proof of acceptance of Volunteer worker. Proof of financial means of support for volunteers.

Gratis

Bw Passport Adult 

Rs 1600.00

Bw Passport Minor

Rs 610. 00

Omang Card

Rs 40.00