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title: Botswana visa for citizens of Burundi
description: "Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Botswana and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: 7–14 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Botswana visa for citizens of Burundi

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Botswana and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://evisa.gov.bw/#/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Visitor's eVisa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 7–14 days
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents listed in the application guidelines.
2. **Complete online application** — Visit the official eVisa portal at https://evisa.gov.bw/#/ and fill out the visitor's visa application form.
3. **Upload supporting documents** — Upload scanned copies of all required documents as specified.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa fee online (fee amount not specified in source).
5. **Submit application** — Submit the completed application form and documents electronically.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 7 to 14 working days.
7. **Check application status** — Check the status online at https://evisa.gov.bw/#/authorise.
8. **Receive outcome** — An approval or rejection letter is sent electronically or available for download.
9. **Travel with approval letter** — If approved, you may travel with the approval letter; the visa will be endorsed at the port of entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Completed visa application form (Form 1)** (Identity): Available for download on the eVisa portal.
- **Recent passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Must meet Botswana visa photo requirements.
- **Sworn statement/affidavit from host** (Supporting): Host must appear in person to swear the oath.
- **Copy of host's national identity, residence/work permit, or exemption certificate** (Supporting): Certified copy required.
- **Marriage or birth certificates (for spouse/dependents)** (Identity, optional): Only if applying with spouse or dependents.
- **Certified copies of ordination certificates (for religious leaders)** (Employment, optional): Only applicable for religious leaders.
- **Return visa or residence permit from country of residence** (Travel): If you are a non-citizen resident in another country.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Ensure all required documents are provided and certified where necessary.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Check that passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Failure to provide sworn affidavit from host** — Arrange for your host in Botswana to appear in person to swear the affidavit.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Burundi need a visa for Botswana?

Citizens of Burundi need a visa for Botswana and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: Visitor's eVisa.

### How long can citizens of Burundi stay in Botswana?

Up to 90 days.

### How long does Botswana visa processing take?

Typically 7–14 days.

### What documents do citizens of Burundi need for Botswana?

Valid passport; Completed visa application form (Form 1); Recent passport-sized photograph; Sworn statement/affidavit from host; Copy of host's national identity, residence/work permit, or exemption certificate; Return visa or residence permit from country of residence; and 2 more depending on your situation.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://evisa.gov.bw/#/

## Sources

- [botswana-evisa](https://evisa.gov.bw/)
- [Visa Application - Visitor's Visa | Government of Botswana](https://www.gov.bw/visa-applications/visa-application-visitors-visa)
- Botswana Official eVisa (evisa-botswana.com, third-party site)
- [evisa.gov.bw](https://evisa.gov.bw/#/)

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- [Botswana visa for every passport](/visa/botswana)
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