New Zealand
Botswana
Botswana visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
New Zealand 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Botswana travelling to New Zealand
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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 New Zealand 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 6 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Botswana (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Botswana
New Zealand citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for New Zealand citizens
South Africa admits New Zealand citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to New Zealand
Citizens of Botswana need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Botswana?
New Zealand citizens do not need a visa for Botswana: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Botswana?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for New Zealand?
Citizens of Botswana need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens can enter Botswana without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.