Work visas
Botswanan Employment Visa
The entry visa for non-citizens coming to take up employment in Botswana, who already hold valid work and residence permits.
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Employment Visa fee and granted validity are not published on the gov.bw page reviewed; confirm before quoting a figure.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Botswana government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Visa Application – Employment Visa
- Route type
- Employment entry visa
- Issuing authority
- Department of Immigration and Citizenship
- Processing time
- 7 to 14 working days
- Prerequisite
- Valid work and residence permits
Who it is for
- Non-citizens from visa-required countries entering Botswana to work
- Applicants who already hold valid work and residence permits
Requirements
- Certified copy of passport pages 1-2, valid for at least 6 months
- Two recent colour passport photographs
- Cover letter explaining the purpose of the visit
- Flight itinerary and accommodation details
- Department of Labour waiver
- Employment contract or job confirmation letter
- Re-entry permit for your country of residence, if required
- For online applications, all documents combined into one PDF
How to apply
- Apply online at evisa.gov.bw, or in person at a regional/district immigration office or mission abroad
- Submit the supporting documents with the application
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.