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Botswana
Botswana visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
German 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 embassyofbotswana.de
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Germany
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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.
German citizens planning a trip to Botswana can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long German citizens can stay in Botswana
German citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for German citizens
South Africa admits German citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Germany
Citizens of Botswana must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Botswana?
German citizens do not need a visa for Botswana: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can German citizens stay in Botswana?
German citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Germany?
Citizens of Botswana must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Can German citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, German 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.