Indonesia visa requirements for Botswanas

Travel and visa requirements

Indonesian Visa is not required for Botswanas

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Botswana passport holders can travel to Indonesia visa-free for a duration of 30 days.
  • Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of their arrival in Indonesia. The passport should also have two blank pages.
  • Indonesia has placed a currency restriction of $7,500 for exit and entry into the country. Batswana coming into the country with any amount exceeding this will have to declare it on arrival.
  • Tourists from Botswana will be required to provide evidence of confirmed means of accommodation for their stay in Indonesia, which can be a hotel reservation.
  • Nationals of Botswana are also required to provide evidence that they have enough funds to cover their expenses while in Indonesia. A valid onward or return ticket back to Botswana is needed as well.
  • Tourists travelling with pets must have a rabies vaccination certificate issued by government veterinarian or licensed veterinary practitioner. The vaccination shall have been performed at least 30 days and not more than 1 year prior to travel.
  • Although yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required from Visitors from Botswana on arrival, they are however advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling.
  • Botswana visitors below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Indonesia from any of the international airports in Botswana. There are international airports in Gaborone and Francistown.
  • Air Namibia, Air Mauritius, Singapore Airlines and Air Botswana are some of the carriers that fly from Botswana to Indonesia.
  • The estimated flight duration from Gaborone to Jakarta, Indonesia is 16 hours, 15 minutes and 19 hours, 30 minutes from Francistown.
  • The climate in Indonesia is tropical. There are two main seasons in Indonesia: the dry season, which spans from May to September, and the wet season which is between October and April (this is when the weather is most favourable for a visit).
  • The dominating religion in Indonesia is Islam, precisely the Sunni section. Christianity, Hindu, Buddhist, Confucianist, traditional religion and others, make up the minority in Indonesia’s religion demography.
  • There are over 250 languages spoken in Indonesia, but the official language remains Indonesian (locally known as Bahasa Indonesia).
  • Indonesian Rupiah is Indonesia’s official currency. Visitors can easily exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and exchange outlets across the country.
  • Transportation in Indonesia can be made possible with motorbikes, pedicabs, taxis and buses. 
  • Indonesia uses the Western Indonesia Time (GMT +7), which puts Indonesia five hours ahead of Botswana.
  • Major tourist sites in Indonesia include Tanah Lot, Uluwatu Temple and Borobudur Temple.
  • The power and socket plug used in Indonesia are of Type C  and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Sabal, satay, bakso, soto, nasi goreng, gado-gado and nasi uduk are some of the delicacies enjoyed in Indonesia.
  • Tourists travelling to Indonesia are advised to budget about $35 to spend per day on expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indonesia safe for visitors from Botswana?

Indonesia is generally safe for tourists to visit. Although petty theft does occur, it is not prevalent. Tourists are advised to take necessary precautions as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Is the tap water in Indonesia safe for tourists to consume?

When in Indonesia, it's best to stick to bottled water for drinking.  Tap water is safe for general use, like showering and cooking, but it is not advisable to drink unless you boil it first.

What causes earthquakes in Indonesia?

Indonesia is prone to earthquakes because it's on the Ring of Fire, an arc of volcanoes and fault lines in the basin of the Pacific Ocean. Plate tectonics and the Ring of Fire are the main reasons why Indonesia has so many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Is Indonesia a poor country?

Indonesia is the largest country in Southeast Asia, both in terms of population and economy. In the past decade, Indonesia's economy has steadily grown, with overall poverty falling by 6 per cent in recent years.  Despite this, however, Indonesia still has 105 million people living just above the national poverty line.