What documents does a Pakistan citizen need for a Botswana visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry into Botswana, with at least 2 blank pages. - Digital passport-style photo (JPEG, white background, uploaded during the online application) - Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page - Confirmed return/onward flight itinerary - Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter) - Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement covering the stay) - Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a country with risk of yellow fever transmission - No biometrics are collected for the e-Visa; biometric/photo capture may occur on arrival at some ports of entry - Travel health insurance is recommended though not strictly mandatory

What types of visas can Pakistan citizens get for Botswana?

- e-Visa Tourist: single entry, valid for stay of up to 90 days, fee approximately USD 55 - e-Visa Business: single entry, up to 90 days, fee approximately USD 70, requires an invitation letter from the hosting Botswana company - Multiple-entry e-Visa: available for frequent business travelers, validity up to 1 year, higher fee assessed case by case

How do Pakistan citizens apply for a Botswana visa?

Apply through Botswana's official e-visa/immigration portal referenced via gov.bw. - Create an account and complete the online application form with personal and travel details - Upload the passport scan, photo, flight itinerary and accommodation proof - Pay the visa fee online by debit/credit card (in USD) - Receive the e-Visa approval notice by email as a PDF - Print the approval letter and present it along with your passport at the Botswana port of entry; immigration staff stamp the passport on arrival

How much does a Botswana visa cost for Pakistan citizens?

- Tourist e-Visa fee: approximately USD 55 (around PKR 15,500) - Business e-Visa fee: approximately USD 70 - No separate VFS/BLS fee since the e-Visa is processed directly online - Standard processing time: 3-5 business days - There is no official expedited/priority option; applying 2-3 weeks before travel is advisable to absorb any delays

What should Pakistan citizens know before traveling to Botswana?

- Apply at least 2-3 weeks before departure to allow time for any requests for additional documents - Common rejection reasons: blurry or non-compliant photos, mismatched passport details, or unclear proof of funds - Double-check the yellow fever requirement if connecting through an African hub, as this is a frequent point of confusion - Keep a printed and a digital copy of the e-Visa approval letter when traveling - Extensions of stay can be requested at the Department of Immigration office in Gaborone before the current authorization expires

Botswana Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Pakistani citizens require an e-Visa for Botswana, applied online in advance; fee is about USD 55-70, with approval typically within 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated October 19, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry into Botswana, with at least 2 blank pages.
Digital passport-style photo (JPEG, white background, uploaded during the online application)
Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
Confirmed return/onward flight itinerary
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement covering the stay)
Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a country with risk of yellow fever transmission
No biometrics are collected for the e-Visa; biometric/photo capture may occur on arrival at some ports of entry
Travel health insurance is recommended though not strictly mandatory

Visa types

e-Visa Tourist: single entry, valid for stay of up to 90 days, fee approximately USD 55
e-Visa Business: single entry, up to 90 days, fee approximately USD 70, requires an invitation letter from the hosting Botswana company
Multiple-entry e-Visa: available for frequent business travelers, validity up to 1 year, higher fee assessed case by case

How to apply online

Apply through Botswana's official e-visa/immigration portal referenced via gov.bw.
Create an account and complete the online application form with personal and travel details
Upload the passport scan, photo, flight itinerary and accommodation proof
Pay the visa fee online by debit/credit card (in USD)
Receive the e-Visa approval notice by email as a PDF
Print the approval letter and present it along with your passport at the Botswana port of entry; immigration staff stamp the passport on arrival

Fees & processing time

Tourist e-Visa fee: approximately USD 55 (around PKR 15,500)
Business e-Visa fee: approximately USD 70
No separate VFS/BLS fee since the e-Visa is processed directly online
Standard processing time: 3-5 business days
There is no official expedited/priority option; applying 2-3 weeks before travel is advisable to absorb any delays

Tips for Pakistan travelers

Apply at least 2-3 weeks before departure to allow time for any requests for additional documents
Common rejection reasons: blurry or non-compliant photos, mismatched passport details, or unclear proof of funds
Double-check the yellow fever requirement if connecting through an African hub, as this is a frequent point of confusion
Keep a printed and a digital copy of the e-Visa approval letter when traveling
Extensions of stay can be requested at the Department of Immigration office in Gaborone before the current authorization expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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