Russia
Botswana
Botswana visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
Russian 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 Russia
BotswanaRussia Visa-free, 30 days Russia visa for citizens of Botswana
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 Russia 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 Russian citizens can stay in Botswana
Russian citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for Russian citizens
South Africa and Namibia admit Russian citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to Russia
Citizens of Botswana can visit Russia without a visa for up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Russia and Botswana.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Botswana?
Russian citizens do not need a visa for Botswana: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Botswana?
Russian citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Russia?
Citizens of Botswana can visit Russia without a visa for up to 30 days.
Can Russian citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, Russian 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.