Uruguay passport → Botswana

Botswana visa for citizens of Uruguay

Visa-free

Citizens of Uruguay 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 documents
Ensure passport valid 6+ months and have return ticket, accommodation proof, and sufficient funds.
2
Travel to Botswana
No visa required – present passport and supporting documents at border upon arrival.
3
Receive entry stamp
Immigration officer will stamp passport – stay permitted up to 90 days within any year period.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond departure from Botswana

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of onward travel required
Hotel reservation or invitation letter
If staying with relatives, a letter of invitation may be accepted

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
May be asked to show cash, bank statement, or credit card

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Required if traveling from or through an endemic country

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Sufficient for intended stay

Bank statement
Credit card
Cash

No fixed amount specified; enough to cover accommodation and expenses

Good to know

Visa-free stay is 90 days within any year period – overstaying may result in fines or deportation.
Yellow fever vaccination required if coming from an endemic country.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure date.

Common refusal reasons

Passport not valid for 6 months beyond departure

Renew passport before travel.

Insufficient funds or no proof of onward travel

Carry bank statement and return ticket.

Past overstay in Botswana or other countries

Ensure prior compliance with immigration rules.

FAQ

Do citizens of Uruguay need a visa for Botswana?

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

How long can citizens of Uruguay stay in Botswana?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Uruguay need for Botswana?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel reservation or invitation letter; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

How long must my passport be valid for Botswana?

At least 6 months.

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