Ireland
Botswana
Botswana visa for Irish citizens
Entry requirement
Irish 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
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Ireland
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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.
For a trip from Ireland 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 Irish citizens can stay in Botswana
Irish citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for Irish citizens
South Africa admits Irish citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Ireland
Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Ireland, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Botswana?
Irish citizens do not need a visa for Botswana: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Irish citizens stay in Botswana?
Irish citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Ireland?
Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Ireland, obtained before travel.
Can Irish citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, Irish 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.