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title: Botswana visa for citizens of Cape Verde
description: "Citizens of Cape Verde need a visa for Botswana and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 10–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Botswana visa for citizens of Cape Verde

Citizens of Cape Verde need a visa for Botswana and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 10–15 days
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds.

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Collect all necessary documents as per checklist.
2. **Schedule an appointment** — Book an appointment at the nearest Botswana embassy or visa application centre.
3. **Attend the appointment** — Submit biometrics and hand in the application and documents in person.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa fee at the time of submission.
5. **Wait for processing** — Visa processing typically takes 10–15 working days.
6. **Collect your passport** — Once approved, collect your passport with the visa sticker.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must have at least 6 months validity and 2 blank visa pages.
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Available on the embassy website.
- **Passport-sized photographs** (Supporting): 2 recent color photos with white background.
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip flight reservation.
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay.
- **Bank statements** (Financial): Last 3 months with sufficient balance.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting): Covering the entire stay in Botswana.
- **Letter of invitation** (Supporting, optional): If visiting family or friends.
- **Employment letter** (Employment): Proof of employment and leave approval.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): If traveling from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient to cover stay, amount not specified.
- Bank statements

Bank statements must be from the last 3 months.

## Good to know

- Visa application must be submitted far in advance due to processing times.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds** — Provide clear, recent bank statements with adequate balance.
- **Incomplete documentation** — Double-check the document checklist before submission.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Cape Verde need a visa for Botswana?

Citizens of Cape Verde need a visa for Botswana and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa.

### How long can citizens of Cape Verde stay in Botswana?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Botswana visa cost for citizens of Cape Verde?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Botswana visa processing take?

Typically 10–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of Cape Verde need for Botswana?

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation; Bank statements; and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Botswana?

At least 6 months.

## More

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