Botswana
Russia
Russia visa for citizens of Botswana
Entry requirement
Citizens of Botswana can visit Russia without a visa for up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at botswana.mid.ru
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Russian citizens travelling to Botswana
RussiaBotswana Visa-free, 90 days Botswana visa for citizens of Russia
Travel advice for Russia
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Botswana to Russia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Russia at Level 4, do not travel (updated 28 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Russia (updated 18 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Russia (updated 21 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long citizens of Botswana can stay in Russia
Citizens of Botswana may stay in Russia for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Russia.
Russia’s neighbours for citizens of Botswana
Georgia admits citizens of Botswana visa-free. China, Belarus, Ukraine, Latvia, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Norway, Azerbaijan and North Korea require citizens of Botswana to obtain a visa in advance.
Russian citizens travelling to Botswana
Botswana admits Russian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Botswana and Russia.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Russia?
Citizens of Botswana can visit Russia without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Russia?
Citizens of Botswana can stay in Russia for up to 30 days.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Botswana?
Botswana admits Russian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can citizens of Botswana enter Russia visa-free?
Yes, citizens of Botswana can enter Russia without a visa and stay for up to 30 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.