What is the Botswana eVisa?

It is an electronic visa issued through the official portal, evisa.gov.bw, for travellers who are not visa-exempt. It is applied for online before you fly.

What documents do I need for Botswana?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, proof of accommodation or a tour itinerary and a valid email address. We review each document before submitting.

How long does the Botswana eVisa take?

The eVisa is usually processed within about five working days. Apply ahead of travel through the official portal.

How long can I stay in Botswana?

Visits can total up to 90 days within a 12-month period, and stays can be extended in-country at an immigration office.

Do you need a Botswana visa?

Planning a trip to Botswana? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Botswana Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 5 days. Most international travellers need a Botswana Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Botswana visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Botswana visa online?

Applying for a Botswana Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Botswana immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Botswana eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Botswana visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Botswana visa cost?

A Botswana Tourist eVisa costs $65 through VisitsVisa. The $65 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Botswana visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Botswana visa processing take?

Standard Botswana visa processing usually takes 5 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Botswana eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Botswana visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Botswana Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 90 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Botswana applications are refused.

Botswana Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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Botswana Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 90 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodPaperless eVisa

ProcessingWithin 24 hours

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Top Places to Visit in Botswana

Okavango Delta

Chobe National Park

Makgadikgadi Pans

Moremi Game Reserve

Central Kalahari

Tsodilo Hills

Nxai Pan

Botswana Visa Types

Every price is all-inclusive: the government visa fee plus our service fee for preparing, checking and submitting your application.

Botswana Tourist eVisa

Up to 90 days
Single entry · valid 3 months from issue

Government fee: $15
Service fee: $50
Total: $65

Botswana Business eVisa

Up to 90 days
Single entry · valid 3 months from issue

Government fee: $15
Service fee: $50
Total: $65

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How Botswana eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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We Submit on Your Behalf
VisitsVisa, a private service, files it with Botswana immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Visa-exempt nationals — including many Commonwealth, North American, European and SADC countries — enter Botswana for up to 90 days. Everyone else applies for an eVisa online before departure to explore the Okavango Delta and Chobe.

Eligible nationalities

161 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Visa-exempt nationals enter for up to 90 days. Everyone else needs an eVisa applied for online before departure. Check your nationality page for the exact rule.

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Botswana Visa Information

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Botswana Visa Types

Botswana Tourist eVisa

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How Botswana eVisa Process Works

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