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title: Lesotho visa for citizens of Montenegro
description: "Citizens of Montenegro need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Lesotho. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Lesotho visa for citizens of Montenegro

Citizens of Montenegro need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Lesotho.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **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 or equivalent showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents including passport, photo, itinerary, bank statement, and employment proof.
2. **Create account on eVisa portal** — Register at https://evisalesotho.com/ with your email address.
3. **Complete online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
4. **Upload scanned documents** — Upload clear scans of passport, photo, bank statement, accommodation booking, flight itinerary, and employment proof.
5. **Pay visa fee online** — Use a credit/debit card or other available payment method on the portal.
6. **Submit application** — Review all details and submit your eVisa application.
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing time is typically a few business days. Check email for status updates.
8. **Download eVisa approval** — Once approved, download and print the eVisa approval letter.
9. **Travel to Lesotho** — Present printed eVisa and passport at immigration on arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (biometric or machine-readable)** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Passport-sized photo (recent, white background)** (Travel): 2x2 inches, taken within last 6 months
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Travel): Fill out online at official portal
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Include accommodation bookings and flight details
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): To show sufficient funds for stay
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): If employed, letter from employer; if student, enrollment letter
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking out of Lesotho
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helpful for approval
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if traveling from affected area)** (Supporting, optional): Only if coming from a country with yellow fever risk

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Pay slips
- Letter from employer confirming salary

Funds must be sufficient to cover accommodation, food, and return travel.

## Good to know

- eVisa is single entry only and valid for 30 days from issuance.
- Must enter Lesotho within the validity period of the eVisa.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission and include all required information.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Insufficient funds proof** — Provide clear bank statements showing adequate balance for the stay.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Include a confirmed flight booking out of Lesotho with your application.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Montenegro need a visa for Lesotho?

Citizens of Montenegro need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Lesotho. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Montenegro stay in Lesotho?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Montenegro need for Lesotho?

Valid passport (biometric or machine-readable); Passport-sized photo (recent, white background); Completed eVisa application form; Travel itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 5 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- evisalesotho.com (evisalesotho.com, third-party site)

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