Finland visa requirements for Botswanas

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Botswanas visiting Finland

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Finnish Visa.


  • Schengen visa application form. The form should be duly filled and signed.
  • An International passport with at least two blank pages which is valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the intended return date to Botswana.
  • Two recent passport photographs taken in a white background.
  • Schengen travel insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 Euros.
  • Documents confirming purpose of travel.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Recent bank statement.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Accommodation reservation.
  • Proof of paid visa fees.

Finland Visa for Botswanas

Facts about Finland


Finland’s plethora of lakes makes it a top summer destination. There are a plethora of lakes which have holiday cabins and host activities such as swimming, fishing, and sailing. The Arctic Lapland province is a top destination for tourist, it is a wilderness that has national parks and ski resorts. The country is well-known for its saunas and iconic designs.

The tourism industry in Finland accounts for about 2.5% of the Finnish GDP. The industry is responsible for providing about 136,700 jobs. In 2017, Finland played host to over 6.7 million foreign tourists.

Types of Finland Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days more than 90 days

General Requirements for Finland Visa


  • Schengen visa application form. The form should be duly filled and signed.
  • An International passport with at least two blank pages which is valid for a minimum of 3 months beyond the intended return date to Botswana.
  • Two recent passport photographs taken in a white background.
  • Schengen travel insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 Euros.
  • Documents confirming purpose of travel.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Recent bank statement.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Accommodation reservation.
  • Proof of paid visa fees.

Finland Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Finland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Botswana


Location

Address

Finland

There is currently no Finland representation in Botswana. Applicants should visit neighboring countries with an embassy/consulate for visa application.

Frequently Asked Questions


What are some tourist destinations in Finland?

Finland has a number of interesting places for tourists to visit during a trip to the country. Levi, the most popular ski resort in Finland, is one of those places. Finland also has Kauhava(Finland's biggest amusement park), Hyvinkaa(home of Finnish railway museum), Nuuksio National park and Lappajarvi(Unique carter lake).


Is it easy to get around in Finland?

The transport system in Finland is well organized and this makes it easy for individuals to move around in the country. There are planes, trains, buses, taxis, and ferries available but they are all expensive.


What are the languages in Finalnd?

There are two official languages in Finland: Finnish and Swedish. About 90.67% of the population speak Finnish while 5.43% speak Swedish. The other part of the population is made up of small Sámi-speaking and Russian-speaking minorities and up to 70% of the population speak English to varying degrees of fluency.


Can I get alcohol in Finland?

Alcohol can easily be gotten in Finland but individuals have to present a government-issued ID card before they can buy alcohol in grocery stores in Finland.