Australia
Botswana
Botswana visa for Australian citizens
Entry requirement
Australian citizens do not need a visa for Botswana: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at botswanahighcom.org.au
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Australia
BotswanaAustralia e-Visa Australia visa for citizens of Botswana
Travel advice for Botswana
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Australia to Botswana, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Botswana at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 16 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Botswana (updated 1 June 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Botswana (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Australian citizens can stay in Botswana
Australian citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for Australian citizens
South Africa admits Australian citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Australia
Australia requires a visa from citizens of Botswana, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Botswana?
Australian citizens do not need a visa for Botswana: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Australian citizens stay in Botswana?
Australian citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Australia?
Australia requires a visa from citizens of Botswana, available online as an e-Visa.
Can Australian citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, Australian citizens can enter Botswana without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.