Cuba passport → Botswana

Botswana visa for citizens of Cuba

Visa-free

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

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. 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
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	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport valid for 6+ months and have onward ticket and funds proof
2
Travel to Botswana
Present passport and supporting documents at border entry
3
Receive entry stamp
Immigration officer grants visa-free stay up to 90 days

Documents checklist

Identity

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

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Botswana
Accommodation proof
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements or cash sufficient for stay

Proof of funds

Bank statements
Cash

Sufficient funds for intended stay required

Good to know

Extensions possible if applied before current stay expires
Stays over 90 days require prior application to Immigration and Passport Control Office in Gaborone

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay

Lack of onward ticket

Carry a confirmed return or onward ticket

Insufficient funds

Carry proof of sufficient funds for the stay

FAQ

Do citizens of Cuba need a visa for Botswana?

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

How long can citizens of Cuba stay in Botswana?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Cuba need for Botswana?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation proof.

How long must my passport be valid for Botswana?

At least 6 months.

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