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Türkiye to Botswana visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Botswana without a visa?

Up to 90 days within any 365-day period. The exact stay granted is determined by the immigration officer on arrival.

Q: Do I need to apply for an eVisa before traveling?

No, not for a standard short tourist visit. The eVisa (evisa.gov.bw) is only needed if you require a visa for a longer stay or a non-tourist purpose.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, plus proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds, which may be requested at the border.

Q: Is Botswana part of the Schengen area?

No. Botswana is in Southern Africa and is not a Schengen country, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?

Yes, but you must apply to Botswana's Department of Immigration in advance or before your stay expires; visa-free time cannot exceed 90 days within 365 days without authorization.

No visa needed. Turkish ordinary passport holders can enter Botswana visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days within any 365-day period. As of 2026, holders of an ordinary Turkish passport do not need a visa to visit Botswana for tourism or short business. Turkey is on Botswana's visa-exemption list, allowing stays of up to 90 days within a 365-day period. No advance application, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required for these short visits; travelers simply present their passport at the port of entry. The passport must be valid for at least six months and have blank pages, and immigration officers may ask for proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Botswana is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here. If you intend to stay longer than 90 days, work, study, or do anything beyond tourism/short business, you must apply for the appropriate visa or permit in advance, which can be done through Botswana's eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw) or a Botswana mission.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free entry (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within a 365-day period

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted within the 90-day/365-day allowance

from issue date

Visa fee

None (0 BWP) for visa-free tourist entry

consular fee only

Processing time

None - entry granted at the port of entry

standard track

Validity

Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport eligibility

Ensure you hold an ordinary Turkish passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure from Botswana, with at least 2-3 blank pages.

· Ordinary passport· 6 months validity

/02

Book onward/return travel and accommodation

Arrange a confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of where you will stay; immigration officers may ask to see these on arrival.

· Return ticket· Accommodation proof

/03

Prepare proof of funds

Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay (bank statements, cards, or cash) in case it is requested at the border.

· Bank statement· Sufficient funds

/04

Travel to Botswana

No visa or online application is needed in advance for a tourist stay of up to 90 days. Fly or cross by land/road to a Botswana port of entry.

· No pre-application· Air or land entry

/05

Clear immigration at the border

Present your passport and supporting documents. The officer stamps your passport with the permitted stay (up to 90 days within a 365-day period).

· Passport stamp· Entry interview

/06

Respect the 90/365 limit

Track your cumulative days. Do not exceed 90 days within any 365-day window; apply for an extension or permit in advance if you need longer.

· 90 days max· Extension if needed

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Türkiye -> Botswana · Visa-free entry (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredOrdinary Turkish passport valid 6+ months beyond stay

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least 2-3 blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel/booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the stay

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalTrip itinerary or purpose-of-visit details

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

optional

ConditionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from a risk country

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Botswana - Wikipedia Visa requirements for Turkish citizens - Wikipedia Government of Botswana - Tourism Visa / eVisa portal

Application link included: Visa policy of Botswana - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa-free entry0 BWPNo fee for stays up to 90 days for Turkish ordinary passport holders

eVisa (only if extended stay or non-tourist purpose)Varies by visa typeApplies only if you need a visa for purposes/durations beyond visa-free tourism

Departure/airport taxesUsually included in airfareAny airport or tourism levies are typically built into ticket prices

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at port of entry

Immediate on arrival

No application or wait; passport is stamped at immigration upon entry.

eVisa (only if a visa is actually required)

7-14 working days

Online application via evisa.gov.bw - not needed for standard short tourist visits.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism / sightseeing

Safari trips to the Okavango Delta, Chobe, and Kalahari are the main reason Turkish travelers visit and qualify for visa-free entry.

High

/02

Short business visits

Meetings, conferences, and exploratory business trips are generally covered under the visa-free short-stay allowance.

Medium

/03

Visiting friends or relatives

Social visits to residents or expatriates in Botswana fall within the 90-day visa-free window.

Medium

/04

Transit / regional travel

Travelers touring Southern Africa often pass through Botswana between South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Turkey to Botswana route verified

Confirmed via Botswana visa policy and Turkish citizens visa requirements that ordinary Turkish passport holders are visa-free for up to 90 days within a 365-day period. No visa, eVisa, or VOA required for short tourism. Botswana not in Schengen.

/09 — The questions