Qatar visa requirements for Botswanas

Travel and visa requirements

Qatari Visa is not required for Botswanas

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • The visa policy in Qatar provides that the nationals of Botswana can do so by applying for an e-visa.
  • The e-visa enables the citizens of Botswana to stay in Qatar for a period of 30 days.
  • Visitors from Botswana who want to stay beyond the 30-day validity can extend their stay for another 30 days by applying to the immigration department in Qatar.
  • Tourists are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Qatar. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Batswana are required to provide a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend throughout the duration of stay in the country.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Qatar and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay, which can be in the form of a hotel reservation is needed.
  • Tourists travelling to Qatar are expected to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Botswana visitors below 18 years must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Visitors are to note that the importation and exportation of the Israeli currency is prohibited
  • Tourist travelling with pets must have an import permit (validity of the permit is 30 days and must be obtained prior to departure) and an official veterinary health certificate issued by a competent authority in Botswana.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Qatar from any international airport in Botswana. There are international airports in Gaborone and Francistown.
  • Air Botswana, Qatar Airways, and Kenya Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Botswana to Qatar.
  • The estimated flight time from Gaborone to Doha, Qatar is 10 hours, 10 minutes and from Francistown, it is  14 hours, 40 minutes.
  • Qatar has an arid climate, with mild, pleasant winters and hot, humid summers. Sandstorms and dust storms are almost regular. It has two main seasons, a cooler season from December to February, and a hot season from April to October. 
  • Qatar is an Islamic dominated country, with majority off its citizens belonging to the Sunni sector of Islam, while Shiites sector comprise around 10% of Qatar's Muslim population. The government of Qatar recognise the existence of the following churches, Roman Catholic, Anglican, Greek Orthodox, Syrian Orthodox, Coptic, and Indian Christian. 
  • The official language in Qatar is Arabic. Engish is also widely spoken in the country, principally as a foreign language.
  • The Qatari Riyal is the official currency used in Qatar.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The power and socket plug used in Qatar are of Type D and G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Museum of Islamic Art, the Pearl-Qatar and Doha corniche are some of the tourist sites that visitors can visit in Qatar.
  • Tourists are advised to budget between $60 to spend per day on expenses in Qatar.
  • Harees, balaleet, saloona, margoog, madrouba and Luqaimat are some of the meals tourists can try during their stay in Qatar.
  • Car rentals, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Qatar.
  • The timezone in Qatar is the Arabian Standard Time (GMT +3), which puts Qatar one hour ahead of Botswana.
  • Qatar is one of the countries with very hospitable locals, and tourists can enjoy exploring the country which is surrounded by desserts, and a long Persian (Arab) Gulf shoreline of beaches and dunes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Qatar safe for tourist visit?

Qatar is the 16th safest country in the world, based on the safest and most dangerous countries ranking. Violent crime is very low and most tourists will never face any safety concern. The most common crime is pickpocketing, but there is a large police presence throughout the country.

Can you drink the tap water in Qatar?

According to the Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute, tap and bottled water in Qatar is very safe to drink. The quality of Qatar's drinking water is very high.

What is the best time to travel to Qatar?

The best months to visit Qatar are from November to early April. Such climatic conditions allow sightseeing and outdoor activities across the country and these are considered as the peak season for tourists in Qatar.

Can you drink alcohol in Qatar?

It is legal to buy alcohol in Qatar with a permit, and also to drink at licenced bars, clubs and hotels. Nevertheless, drinking in public is banned.

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