Visa requirements

Botswana

General visa requirements for travelling to Botswana. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Student visa (Student Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
730 days
Processing time
21-60 working days (typically 3-8 weeks)
Fee
Varies
Validity
Valid for duration of course (max 36 months for school, 24 months for other institutions)
Entry
Single entry

Study visa valid for course duration (max 36 months for school, 24 months for other institutions). Students who wish to work must obtain work permit.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Countries requiring visas for study purposes: Bangladesh, India, Nigeria, Pakistan, China, Ghana, and Sri Lanka

  • Purpose of visit

    For studying at Botswana institution of primary, secondary, or tertiary education. Employment requires separate work permit.

    Includes
    • Study
    • education

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 3; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Recent colored passport-size photographs

  • Bank statement

    Minimum balance: 0; Months required: 3

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: No

  • Police clearance

    Validity months: 6

  • Medical certificate

    Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Student visa application form; Form url: https://evisa.gov.bw/

  • Cover letter

    Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.

  • Academic transcript

    Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

    Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No

  • Proof of enrollment

    Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.

    Must be current: No; Must be original: No

  • International vaccination card

    Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting through countries with risk of yellow fever transmission; Validity months: 120

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Gather required documents: passport, admission letter, transcripts, medical certificate, police clearance, bank statement. Ensure all documents are properly certified and meet requirements.

  2. Online application

    Submit visa application. Apply through embassy, consulate, or online portal.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee. Pay applicable visa fee.

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing. Processing time typically 3-8 weeks.

  5. Visa collection

    Collect study visa. Collect approved visa from application office.

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This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.