Lesotho visa requirements for Swazis

Travel and visa requirements

Lesotho Visa is not required for Swazis

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Visa is not required for citizens of Eswatini travelling to Lesotho for a period of 30 days.
  • Citizens of Eswatini are expected to provide a passport that is valid within the duration of stay.
  • Visitors are required to leave at least one blank page of their passport for visa stamps upon entry.
  • A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certification will be requested from Eswatini citizens entering Lesotho.
  • There are no restrictions on the possession of currency on entry or at the exit.
  • In Lesotho, the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Lesotho uses South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) which means that there is no time difference between Lesotho and Eswatini.
  • The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Lesotho is 1 hour, 3 minutes.
  • Transportation within Lesotho can be done either by driving or using public transport such as coaches or minibus taxis.
  • Because Lesotho is within South Africa, its roadways are linked with those of South Africa this also means that Lesotho has no seaports or harbours of its own.
  • Lesotho adopts both the South African rand and the Lesotho loti.
  • Sotho and English are the official languages of Lesotho, and the former is the national and most widely spoken language in the country.
  • Christianity more popularly practiced followed with Isam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha'i.
  • Lesotho's food culture features potato, seafood, rice and vegetables.
  • The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
  • Lesotho is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Lesotho?

Lesotho is generally considered a safe country to travel to. However, even though it has served as a safe haven and a sanctuary from all the troubles, Lesotho also has its issues with both petty and violent crimes, illnesses and poverty.

When is the best time to visit Lesotho?

Given the extreme temperatures that are in Lesotho in summer and winter, the best time to visit this country is between October and November and between March and April.

Are there airports in Lesotho?

There are 17 Airports in Lesotho. The primary airport for international flights is at Maseru. However, Lesotho does not usually have fares that connect through from Europe and the American region.