Botswana e Visa: Simplified Online Visa Application Guide

A Botswana Business Visa is a travel document issued to foreign nationals intending to enter Botswana for business purposes, such as attending meetings, conferences, negotiations, or exploring investment opportunities. It is distinct from a tourist visa as it specifically permits business-related activities.

Africa:

• Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Democratic Republic), Congo (Republic), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Somalia, Sudan, Togo

Asia:

• Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Myanmar, Nepal, North Korea, Pakistan, Palestinian Territory, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen

Europe:

• Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine

Oceania and Caribbean:

• American Samoa, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Micronesia, Palau, Puerto Rico, Samoa, US Virgin Islands

Countries Eligible for Botswana Visa Exemption

Americas and Caribbean:

• Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States, Uruguay

Europe:

• Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Asia and Middle East:

• Bahrain, Israel, Japan, Kuwait, Malaysia, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, United Arab Emirates

Africa:

• Angola, Gambia, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Oceania:

• Australia, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

• Single Entry: 500 BWP
• Multiple Entry: 1000 BWP Exact fees may vary based on nationality and can be checked using the Click2Visas widget.

Processing Time: Botswana Business e-Visa processing generally takes between 5 to 10 working days. Validity: The visa is typically valid for 30 to 90 days, allowing business activities within that time. The precise stay duration is confirmed upon visa approval.

Applicants’ passports must meet these conditions:

• Validity: At least six months remaining from the planned date of departure from Botswana.
• Blank Pages: At least four blank pages for visa stamps.

When applying for a Botswana Business e-Visa, applicants must submit the following documents:

1. Passport:

1. • A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond the departure date.

2. Completed Application Form:

1. • Fill out the online e-Visa application form on Botswana’s official e-Visa portal.

3. Passport-Size Photos:

1. • Recent color passport photos that meet visa requirements.

4. Invitation Letter:

1. • An official letter from a Botswana-based organization explaining the visit's purpose, business nature, relationship details, and intended duration.

5. Business Documents:

1. • Proof of business activities such as meeting schedules, conference invitations, and proof of business ownership or employment.

6. Travel Itinerary:

1. • Confirmed flight tickets showing entry and exit dates for Botswana.

7. Accommodation Details:

1. • A reservation or confirmation for the planned stay in Botswana.

8. Proof of Financial Means:

1. • Bank statements or other documents confirming sufficient funds for the stay.

9. Visa Fees:

1. • Proof of payment for the Botswana Business e-Visa fees.

10. Health Documentation:

1. • For applicants from yellow fever high-risk countries, proof of vaccination may be required.

1. Visit Click2Visas.com and choose the Botswana e-Visa service.

2. Complete the application form, upload documents, and make payment.

3. Await your e-Visa approval, which will be sent via email.

Prepare for a smooth business journey to Botswana by ensuring all requirements are met!