Business & investor visas
Basotho Business Permit
A residence permit for foreign nationals establishing or running a business in Lesotho, letting them reside while managing their venture.
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The Ministry lists this permit category but does not publish its fee, validity period or any investment threshold; do not state figures until confirmed.
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 Lesotho government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Business Permit
- Route type
- Business / investor residence permit
- Fee
- Set by regulation
- Confirm the current amount with the Department of Immigration.
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals establishing, investing in or running a business in Lesotho
- Entrepreneurs and business owners seeking residence to operate their venture
Requirements
- Valid passport (at least six months)
- Evidence of the registered business and its operation in Lesotho
- Completed permit application to the Director of Immigration
- Supporting financial documents
- Payment of the prescribed fee
What you can do
- Reside in Lesotho to run or invest in the approved business
- Apply to renew the permit as the business continues
How to apply
- Submit the business-permit application to the Department of Immigration with company and financial documents
- Pay the prescribed fee and await issuance
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.