Medical visa · China to Botswana

Medical Treatment Visa

Embassy required

Maximum stay
180 days
Processing time
21 working days
Fee
Varies
Validity
Medical treatment visa may be issued for maximum period of six months at a time
Entry
Single entry

Medical treatment visa valid for maximum 6 months. Must have medical referral and confirmation from Botswana medical institution. Ability to pay for care must be established.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

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

  • Purpose of visit

    For receiving medical treatment at Botswana medical facilities

    Includes
    • Medical treatment
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate ability to pay for medical care or have confirmation of financial responsibility from medical scheme/employer

    Minimum funds: 0

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

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Letter from registered medical practitioner or medical institution in Botswana confirming space availability and treatment period

  • 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: Visa application form for medical treatment

  • Cover letter

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

  • International vaccination card

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

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain medical referral and confirmation. Contact Botswana medical institution first to arrange treatment.

  2. Online application

    Submit medical visa application. Apply at Botswana embassy/consulate.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee. Pay applicable medical visa fee.

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing. Processing time typically 21 working days.

  5. Visa collection

    Collect medical visa. Collect approved visa and travel to Botswana for treatment.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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