Botswana Visa-Free Entry — 90 days for ~100 nationalities (Okavango, Chobe, Kalahari)for 🇷🇺 Russia citizens travelling to 🇧🇼 Botswana

📋Required Documents5

• ✓
  Nationality on Botswana’s visa-waiver list (US, UK, EU, CA, AU, NZ, JP, KR, SADC & Commonwealth)
• ✓
  Passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry with 2 blank pages
• ✓
  Proof of accommodation or host details
• ✓
  Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
• ✓
  Return or onward ticket

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Botswana Visa-Free Entry — 90 days for ~100 nationalities (Okavango, Chobe, Kalahari), book an appointment at the nearest Botswana embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes on arrival — no advance processing required. Fees may apply — verify at the official portal. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Botswana embassy or official government website before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

• ○
  Free entry stamp on arrival — up to 90 days/year (cumulative), one extension at an immigration office
• ○
  Yellow fever vaccination certificate

  Required if arriving from an endemic country.

🌐Why Russia passport holders need a visa for Botswana

Russia citizens require a visa to enter Botswana based on the current immigration requirements set by Botswana's government. Russia passport holders must apply through the Botswana embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

🔗More Botswana Visa Options

• Botswana Residence Permit — retirees, self-funded, investors & dependants; up to 5 years →
• Botswana Tourist eVisa — online, ~USD 30, for non-waiver nationalities →
• Botswana Work Permit — employer-applied; localisation test; up to 5 years →