Botswanan visa resources
Documents you need for a Botswana visa
The core supporting documents required across most Botswana visa applications.
Important
Most Botswana visa applications share a common core of documents: a certified copy of the passport bio-data pages (pages 1-2) valid for at least six months, two recent colour passport photographs, and a covering letter explaining the purpose of the visit.
Depending on the route you will also need a flight itinerary and proof of accommodation or a residential address in Botswana, a re-entry permit for your country of residence where required, and route-specific evidence such as an institution acceptance letter (study), an employment contract and Department of Labour waiver (employment), business incorporation and bank statements (business/investment), or a host affidavit and ID copy (visitor).
For online applications through the eVisa portal, all supporting documents are usually combined into a single PDF, and documents not in English should be translated.
Common documents
- Certified passport copy (pages 1-2), valid 6+ months
- Two recent colour passport photographs
- Covering letter stating the purpose of the visit
- Flight itinerary and accommodation / address in Botswana
- Re-entry permit for your country of residence, if required
Next steps
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.