Philippines visa requirements for Botswanas

Travel and visa requirements

Filipino Visa is not required for Botswanas

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Every citizen of Botswana can travel and stay in the Philippines for a duration of 30 days without applying for a visa.
  • Batswana are required to have a passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months beyond their stay in the Philippines. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • On entry and exit into the Philippines, local currency above PHP 50,000 require an authorization from the Central Bank of the Philippines, and foreign currencies $10,000 will be declared on arrival in the Philippines.
  • Visitors to the Philippines must provide evidence of a means of accommodation for their entire stay in the Philippines. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the Philippines.
  • Tourists would be required to present their latest bank statement as provide of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country. 
  • A return ticket to Botswana or onward destination is needed as well.
  • Nationals of Botswana bringing in pets must be accompanied by veterinarian good health certificate, issued in Botswana stating that the animal has not been exposed to communicable disease and prior import permit obtained from Bureau of Animal Industry.
  • Intending visitors can get to the Philippines from any international airport in Botswana. There are international airports in Gaborone and Francistown.
  • Philippine Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Botswana to the Philippines.
  • The estimated flight time from Gaborone to Manila, Philippines is 19 hours, 35 minutes and from Francistown, it is  21 hours, 35 minutes.
  • The most practised religion in the Philippines is Christianity, with over 85% of the entire population. Roman Catholics, Protestants Orthodox, Restorationist etc, are the Christian denomination in the Philippines. However, some of the other religions present are in the Philippines include Hinduism Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
  • The Philippines has five types of climates, which are tropical rainforest, tropical monsoon, tropical savanna, humid subtropical and oceanic. However, it has two major seasons, the rainy season, from June to November; and the dry season, from December to May.
  • There are about 150 different indigenous languages in the Philippines, however, Filipino and English are the official languages.
  • The Philippine Peso is the official currency used in the Philippines. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The Philippines has five types of climates, which are tropical rainforest, tropical monsoon, tropical savanna, humid subtropical and oceanic. However, it has two major seasons, the rainy season, from June to November; and the dry season, from December to May.
  • Some special delicacies tourists can try while in the Philippines are chicken adobo, kare kare, balut, etc.
  • Transportation in the Philippines is possible with domestic ferries, tricycles, private transports, and taxis. 
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $40 to spend on daily expenses while in the Philippines.
  • The Philippines uses Philippine Standard Time (GMT+8), which puts the Philippines six hours ahead of Botswana.
  • The power and socket plug used in the Philippines are of Type A, B and C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
  • Visitors travelling to the Philippines are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best currency to take to the Philippines?

The currency used in the Philippines is the Philippine Peso. In some tourist areas, you might be able to pay for goods and services using U.S. dollars and euros.

Is the Philippines safe for tourists?

Yes, although there are some conflicts, the Philippines is a very big country and most of it is perfectly safe. Tourists are however advised to take necessary precautions when travelling to the country.

What is the best time to travel to the Philippines?

The Philippines is most popular during the dry season, between November and April. At this time, the country is fully accessible, including its many beautiful islands and more remote areas. Temperatures are high during March and April, so it's best to travel during the cooler months of December to February.

Can I bring medicines to the Philippines?

Over the counter drugs are available in pharmacies or drug stores in the country. However, if visitors insist on bringing their own prescriptive drugs, they may do so but only in quantities sufficient for the duration of their stay in the country.