Is the Lesotho eVisa available?

The online portal is currently suspended, so visa applications are made by email or through a diplomatic mission.

What documents do I need for Lesotho?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a confirmed return ticket, proof of accommodation and a completed application form. We review each document before you travel.

How long can I stay in Lesotho?

Visitors are generally granted up to 44 days, extendable at the immigration department in Maseru.

Can I visit Lesotho from South Africa?

Yes. Lesotho is surrounded by South Africa, and popular routes such as the Sani Pass cross directly from the South African side.

Do you need a Lesotho visa?

Planning a trip to Lesotho? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Lesotho Tourist Visa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 7 days. Most international travellers need a Lesotho Tourist Visa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Lesotho 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 Lesotho visa online?

Applying for a Lesotho Tourist Visa 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 Lesotho immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Lesotho eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Lesotho visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Lesotho visa cost?

A Lesotho Tourist Visa costs $70 through VisitsVisa. The $70 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 Lesotho visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Lesotho visa processing take?

Standard Lesotho visa processing usually takes 7 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 Lesotho eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

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

The Lesotho Tourist Visa permits a stay of Up to 44 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 Lesotho applications are refused.

Lesotho Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist Visa

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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Lesotho Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist Visa

Length of StayUp to 44 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodVisa-free or visa via email/mission

ProcessingWithin 24 hours

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Top Places to Visit in Lesotho

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Maseru

Lesotho Visa Types

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

Lesotho Tourist Visa

Up to 44 days
Single entry · valid 3 months from issue

Government fee: $20
Service fee: $50
Total: $70

Lesotho Business Visa

Up to 44 days
Single entry · valid 3 months from issue

Government fee: $20
Service fee: $50
Total: $70

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How Lesotho eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Select Commonwealth members and most SADC states enter Lesotho visa-free. Everyone else needs a visa before travel: with the eVisa portal currently suspended, applications are made by email or through a Lesotho diplomatic mission.

Eligible nationalities

194 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Select Commonwealth members and most SADC states are visa-free; everyone else applies for a visa before travel. Check your nationality page for details.

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