United States
Botswana
Botswana visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by US citizens for Botswana, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at botswanaembassy.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Botswana travelling to the United States
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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.
US 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).
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Botswana
US citizens may stay in Botswana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Botswana.
Botswana’s neighbours for US citizens
South Africa admits US citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Botswana travelling to the United States
The United States requires citizens of Botswana to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Botswana?
No visa is needed by US citizens for Botswana, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Botswana?
US citizens can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires citizens of Botswana to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can US citizens enter Botswana visa-free?
Yes, US 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.