Canada passport → Botswana

Botswana visa for citizens of Canada

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Citizens of Canada can visit Botswana without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Multiple entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Proof of sufficient funds or accommodation

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure Canadian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure from Botswana.
2
Arrange onward travel and accommodation
Book return/onward flight and have accommodation details ready for immigration.
3
Travel to Botswana
Present passport and supporting documents upon arrival to receive a visitor entry stamp for up to 90 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (Canadian)
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of onward travel required
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statements or cash to support stay

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Approximately 200 USD per day

Bank statements
Cash
Credit card

Recommended but not always enforced

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Renew passport before travel

Lack of onward ticket or proof of funds

Carry printed proof of return flight and sufficient funds

Previous overstay in Botswana or other countries

Ensure compliance with all previous visa conditions

FAQ

Do citizens of Canada need a visa for Botswana?

Citizens of Canada can visit Botswana without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free.

How long can citizens of Canada stay in Botswana?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Canada need for Botswana?

Valid passport (Canadian); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

How long must my passport be valid for Botswana?

At least 6 months.

Sources

Visa Application - Visitor's Visa | Government of Botswana
Entry Formalities | Botswana Tourism Organisation
Canada to Botswana Visa Requirements 2025 | VisaRequirements.io (visarequirements.io, third-party site)

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