United Kingdom
Botswana
Botswana visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens can visit Botswana without a visa for 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 the United Kingdom
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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 the United Kingdom 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 British citizens can stay in Botswana
British citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for British citizens
South Africa admits British citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires citizens of Botswana to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Botswana?
British citizens can visit Botswana without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Botswana?
British citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires citizens of Botswana to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, British 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.