Canada
Botswana
Botswana visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Canadian citizens for Botswana, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Canada
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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.
Before travelling from Canada to Botswana, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Canadian citizens can stay in Botswana
Canadian citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
South Africa admits Canadian citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Canada
Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Botswana?
No visa is needed by Canadian citizens for Botswana, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Botswana?
Canadian citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Canada?
Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Can Canadian citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, Canadian 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.