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title: Botswana visa for citizens of El Salvador
description: "Citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Botswana and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $30. Processing: 3–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Botswana visa for citizens of El Salvador

Citizens of El Salvador 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 · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–10 days
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents: valid passport, photo, proof of accommodation, onward ticket, bank statements, travel itinerary, and yellow fever certificate if applicable.
2. **Create account on eVisa portal** — Go to https://evisa.gov.bw and sign up with a valid email address.
3. **Complete application online** — Fill out the eVisa application form with personal, passport, and travel details.
4. **Upload scanned documents** — Upload clear scans/photo of passport bio page, passport photo, and all supporting documents.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the USD 30 visa fee online via credit/debit card.
6. **Submit application** — Review all information and submit the application.
7. **Receive eVisa by email** — Processing takes 3–10 business days. Approved eVisa will be sent to your email as a PDF.
8. **Print eVisa** — Print a copy of the eVisa to present upon arrival in Botswana.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity** (Travel): Must have at least 2 blank pages
- **Passport-size photograph (white background)** (Identity): 45mm x 35mm, not older than 6 months
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Travel): Online form on evisa.gov.bw
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): Flight reservation or confirmed booking
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For each night of stay
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Showing sufficient funds for the trip
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Outline of planned activities in Botswana
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Health): If arriving from or transiting through an endemic country
- **Proof of accommodation (e.g., hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Travel): Can be a combination of hotel and invitation
- **Copy of passport bio page** (Identity): Clear color scan

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of USD 500 per person
- Bank statements
- Cash
- Traveler's cheques

Bank statements must be from last 3 months and show sufficient funds.

## Good to know

- The eVisa is valid for a single entry within 90 days of issue.
- Visa not required for stays up to 90 days if already holding a valid residence permit or visa for South Africa, UK, or USA (but not applicable for Salvadoran passport holders in general).
- Yellow fever vaccination is required if traveling from an endemic country.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate application form** — Double-check all fields before submission and ensure spelling matches passport exactly.
- **Insufficient funds or unclear bank statements** — Provide recent statements showing clear transaction history and sufficient balance.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Botswana?

Citizens of El Salvador need a visa for Botswana and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of El Salvador stay in Botswana?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Botswana visa cost for citizens of El Salvador?

Government fee: $30.

### How long does Botswana visa processing take?

Typically 3–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of El Salvador need for Botswana?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Passport-size photograph (white background); Completed eVisa application form; Proof of onward/return ticket; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statements (last 3 months); and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

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

## Sources

- [evisa.gov.bw](https://evisa.gov.bw)

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