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

Citizens of Senegal 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 · eVisitor Visa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 10–30 days
- **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 (approx. $150 per day of stay)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather passport, photo, itinerary, hotel bookings, bank statement, flight reservation.
2. **Visit eVisa portal** — Go to https://evisa.gov.bw and create an account.
3. **Complete online application** — Fill in personal, passport, travel details and upload documents.
4. **Pay application fee** — Pay the eVisa fee (if applicable) via credit card.
5. **Wait for processing** — 10–30 days; check email for updates.
6. **Receive eVisa** — Approved eVisa sent by email; print and carry to Botswana.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Supporting): Filled out online at evisa.gov.bw.
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): White background, recent, JPEG, max 100KB.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight bookings confirming entry and exit dates.
- **Hotel reservations** (Travel): Confirmed accommodation for entire stay in Botswana.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement for last 3 months showing minimum $150 per day.
- **Valid onward/return ticket** (Travel): Outbound flight reservation.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $150 per day of stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Sufficient funds must be clearly shown.

## Good to know

- Fee and processing times are not officially published; information above based on available sources.
- eVisa may require extra time for verification; apply well in advance.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application or missing documents** — Double-check all required documents and complete every field.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Senegal need a visa for Botswana and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisitor Visa.

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

Up to 30 days.

### How long does Botswana visa processing take?

Typically 10–30 days.

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

Valid passport; Completed eVisa application form; Digital passport photo; Travel itinerary; Hotel reservations; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 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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