What Is the Botswana eVisa?
The Botswana eVisa is an electronic travel authorisation issued to eligible foreign nationals before arrival. It permits entry into Botswana for approved visit purposes, and the entire process is completed online.
Once approved, the eVisa is delivered directly to your registered email address. You do not need to visit an embassy or consulate to apply.
Botswana eVisa Types
Botswana offers multiple eVisa categories to match your purpose of travel. Select the one that applies to your visit:
Tourist eVisa
For tourism and leisure visits to Botswana.
Visitor eVisa
For general short-term visits and personal travel.
Transit eVisa
For travellers passing through Botswana to another destination.
Business eVisa
For business meetings, trade, and commercial activities.
Diplomatic eVisa
For diplomatic and official government travel.
Study eVisa
For academic and educational purposes.
Employment eVisa
For approved employment and work-related stays.
Investor eVisa
For investment-related activities in Botswana.
Each category is available in single-entry and multiple-entry options with different validity periods.
Entry type, duration of stay, and validity depend on the specific eVisa selected.
Botswana Visa Types provides a full breakdown of each category and its available configurations.
General eVisa Requirements
All Botswana eVisa applicants, regardless of the visa type selected, must provide the following two documents:
- Passport Bio Page Scan: Your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months from your intended date of travel.
- Recent Digital Photograph: A clear, recently taken photograph of the applicant in digital format.
Additional documents will be required based on the eVisa type you choose. Before submitting your application, review the complete Botswana Visa Requirements to confirm that all documents are prepared correctly.
How to Apply for a Botswana eVisa
Complete the Application Form
Enter your travel and passport details, and select your processing time.
Upload Your Documents
Submit your passport scan, photograph, and any additional documents.
Pay the Applicable Fee
Review your information and complete the payment securely online.
Receive Your Botswana eVisa
Your approved eVisa is sent by email. Print a copy for your travel.
Botswana eVisa Processing Time
Three processing options are available. Select the one that aligns with your travel schedule:
- Normal Processing: 25 - 30 Working Days
- Rush Processing: 20 - 25 Working Days
- Super Rush Processing: 18 - 22 Working Days
Submit your application well in advance of your intended departure date.
For a detailed breakdown of fees and processing timelines, review the Botswana Visa Fee and Processing Time.
Check Your Eligibility
Eligibility for the Botswana eVisa depends on your nationality. Before starting your application, confirm that your country appears in the list of eligible nationalities below.
- Afghanistan
- Aland Islands
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Anguilla
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bonaire
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bouvet Island
- British Virgin Islands
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Cayman Islands
- Chad
- China
- Christmas Island
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Congo, Democratic Republic of the
- Cook Islands
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Curacao
- Djibouti
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Ethiopia
- Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- French Southern Territories
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greenland
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Honduras
- India
- Indonesia
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Liberia
- Libya
- Macau
- Macedonia, Republic of
- Madagascar
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritania
- Mayotte
- Micronesia, Federated States of
- Moldova
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Philippines
- Pitcairn
- Puerto Rico
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Barthelemy
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- Samoa
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Sint Maarten
- South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Svalbard and Jan Mayen
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tokelau
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- US Virgin Islands
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna
- Western Sahara
Botswana applies different entry rules depending on nationality. Some travellers may qualify for visa-free entry, while others may need to apply through an embassy.
For a complete eligibility breakdown, including all visa routes, review the Botswana Visa Policy.
Tjilenje Cultural Festival 2026
The Tjilenje Cultural Festival takes place in May 2026 at Nlapkhwane, Botswana.
This annual celebration brings together local communities and international visitors for traditional performances, cultural exhibitions, and regional heritage activities.
If you plan to attend, confirm your entry requirements and submit your Botswana eVisa application in advance to avoid any disruption to your travel dates.
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