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Botswana Visa Requirements 2026

Visa-free 90 days Free

Visa requirements for Botswana: visa-free entry for up to 90 days. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.

Last updated 30 May 2026 ยท Source: Warnely editorial team

Botswana visa at a glance

Policy
Visa-free entry
Length of stay
90 days
Cost
Free
Passport
Valid 6+ months.

Visa-free 90 days for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ.

90 days visa-free (UK/US/EU).

Customs allowances

Declare cash over 10,000 BWP.

Prohibited items

Drones require permit. Anti-poaching extremely strict.

This is editorial summary, not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's official immigration website or your nearest embassy before travel. Requirements vary by passport โ€” the rules above reflect the most common cases for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ visitors.

Frequently asked questions about Botswana visas

Do I need a visa to visit Botswana?

Visa-free entry applies for Botswana: Visa-free 90 days for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ.

How much does a Botswana visa cost?

Entry to Botswana is free under the current visa-free entry policy for eligible passports. There is no visa fee. Always check whether your nationality is eligible before booking flights.

How long can I stay in Botswana?

The standard visa-free entry allows 90 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee โ€” check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.

What passport validity does Botswana require?

Valid 6+ months.