Botswana visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Botswana

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

  • An original Indonesian passport with a minimum of 6 months validity from the intended travel date with two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Completed and properly signed visa application form.
  • Recent passport-sized photograph.
  • Birth certificate for minors.
  • Letter of invitation.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency.
  • Proof of accommodation booking or reservation.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Evidence of payment of visa fees.

Botswana Visa for Indonesians

Facts about Botswana

Botswana is a country known for its beautiful landscape and nature reserves. The nature reserves in Botswana are defined by the Kalahari Desert and the Okavango Delta. During the rainy season, the Okavango Delta becomes a maze of waterways, islands, and lakes. The massive Central Kalahari Game Reserve houses animals like giraffes, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs. Other popular destinations in Botswana include Chobe National Park, Okavango’s Moremi Game Reserve, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, and Tsodilo Hills.
 
Botswana attracts over 2 million tourists each year.
 
Citizens of all European Union member states, Angola, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Iceland, Israel, Japan, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Mozambique, Namibia, New Zealand, Russia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, United States, Venezuela, Zambia, and Zimbabwe can gain entry into Botswana visa-free for 90 days within a 12-month period.

Types of Botswana Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 21 working days 90 days
Business visa 2 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Botswana Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport with a minimum of 6 months validity from the intended travel date with two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Completed and properly signed visa application form.
  • Recent passport-sized photograph.
  • Birth certificate for minors.
  • Letter of invitation.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency.
  • Proof of accommodation booking or reservation.
  • Flight return ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Evidence of payment of visa fees.
Botswana Tourist visa Botswana Business visa

Botswana Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Botswana tourist visa is issued to foreigners for the purpose of tourism and sight-seeing in the country.
  • It also allows its holder to visit friends and families, and attend ceremonies.
  • If you are going for visitations, a letter of invitation from your host is required.
  • The letter should state the relationship between you and your host, details and contact address of your host.
  • Those who would be staying in a hotel should have a booking reservation that would be presented during the visa application.
  • All applicants must have sufficient funds for the duration of their trip. Proof of this could be in the form of a bank statement or salary slip.
  • This visa is usually valid for 90 days and overstaying is an offense.
  •  A flight return ticket is required as proof that the applicant would return to Indonesia at the expiration of their visa.
  • The Botswanan tourist visa can be used for single-entry, double-entry and multiple-entry.
  • The single-entry visa allows one entry into Botswana, double-entry allows two-time entry without applying for a new visa and the multiple-entry allows numerous entry for as long as the visa is valid.
  • Tourists are to present a detailed tour plan for their trip.
  • All supporting documents must be in English and translations must be notarized by a relevant authority.
  • Visa fees are non-refundable regardless of if the visa is granted or not.

Botswana Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Botswana business visa allows individuals to travel to participate in business-related activities in Botswana.
  • It grants its holders permission to negotiate and sign contracts, attend meetings, conferences and purchase business materials.
  • For conferences, you need to submit proof of pre-registration for the conference.
  • The schedule for any meeting, if you are coming to attend or organize a meeting in Botswana, should be presented.
  • An invitation letter from the host company in Botswana is required. This letter should state the type of business to be conducted, the duration of the business and the sponsor of the business.
  • The invitation letter should be printed on the company's letterheaded paper and signed by the manager of the company.
  • Those coming to establish a business are to present their business profile during their application.
  • Employed applicants are to present a letter from their employer in Indonesia stating their position at work, salary earned and that the trip is an approved one.
  • This visa is also valid for 90 days and can be granted for single, double or multiple entries.
  • Overstaying the duration of your visa is a serious offence. If you need to extend it, do so with at least a few months to go before your current one expires.

Botswana Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

50.00 (USD)

Business visa

50.00 (USD)

Botswana Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

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Botswana does not currently have an Embassy/Consulate in Indonesia. All applicants are advised to visit neighboring countries to process their visa applications .

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Botswana famous for?

Being one of Africa's most popular and exclusive safari destinations, Botswana is a fascinating world, home to well-known landmarks such as the Okavango Delta, the Kalahari Desert, and the Chobe National Park.

What is the traditional food of Botswana?

Pap: A stiff, maize porridge, the main local staple. Seswaa: Botswana's national dish, a meat stew made with onions and peppers and served with pap.

Do I need vaccination before traveling to Botswana?

The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Botswana: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Yellow fever, Rabies, Meningitis, Polio, Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis), Chickenpox, Shingles, Pneumonia, and Influenza.

Can I use my MasterCard in Botswana?

Credit and debit cards are now accepted at most lodges and can be used to make payments. International Visa and MasterCard are usually accepted throughout Botswana. The only ATMs in Botswana are in the major urban centers, where banks can also be found.