--- title: Poland visa for citizens of Botswana description: "Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Poland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €35 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/poland/botswana lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Poland visa for citizens of Botswana Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Poland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visa-for-botswana ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Short Stay (C) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €35 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient balance ## How to apply 1. **Check visa requirements** — Visit the official Polish embassy website for Botswana citizens 2. **Complete visa application form online** — Fill the form via the e-Konsulat system and print it signed 3. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed, ensuring they are in order and translated if needed 4. **Schedule an appointment** — Book a personal visit at the VFS Global visa centre for biometric data submission (fingerprints and photo) 5. **Attend appointment and submit application** — Bring your printed application, passport, photos, all documents, and pay the visa fee at the centre 6. **Biometric enrollment** — Provide fingerprints and a digital photograph at the centre 7. **Application processing** — The embassy processes your visa; duration typically 15 to 45 days 8. **Collect passport** — Once decision is made, you receive your passport by courier or collect it from the centre 9. **Travel to Poland** — Ensure you have travel insurance, accommodation, and sufficient funds for the trip ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Travel): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Completed and signed visa application form** (Supporting): Available online via e-Konsulat system - **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm)** (Supporting): White background, taken within last 6 months - **Travel medical insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay - **Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary** (Travel): Not a paid ticket but a confirmed booking - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter)** (Travel): Covers entire stay in Schengen area - **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): To prove sufficient funds for stay (approx. 70 EUR per day) - **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): With dates of leave and salary details; if student, provide enrollment letter - **Copy of return flight ticket** (Travel): Or proof of onward travel - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel itinerary and reason - **Proof of civil status (if applicable: marriage certificate, birth certificate)** (Supporting, optional): For family visit or dependant visa ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of 70 EUR per day of stay - Bank statements - Sponsorship letter if applicable - Credit card statements Sufficient funds must be demonstrable; for longer stays show higher balance ## Good to know - You must apply in your country of legal residence (Botswana) unless exceptional circumstances. - Visa applications from Botswana must be submitted at least 15 days before intended travel but not more than 6 months before. - Failure to provide correct documents or incomplete forms may cause rejection. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all required documents and ensure forms are fully completed and signed. - **Insufficient travel funds** — Provide clear and recent bank statements showing enough money (approx. 70 EUR/day). - **Invalid passport or insufficient validity** — Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay and have blank pages. - **Not meeting the purpose of visit criteria** — Provide a genuine cover letter with clear itinerary and proof of hotel/flights. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Poland? Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Poland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Short Stay (C). ### How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Poland? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Poland visa cost for citizens of Botswana? Government fee: €90 + €35 service fee. ### How long does Poland visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Botswana need for Poland? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed and signed visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm); Travel medical insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage); Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter); and 5 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Poland? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visa-for-botswana ## Sources - [gov.pl](https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visa-for-botswana) ## More - [Poland visa for every passport](/visa/poland) - [Every destination for Botswana passport holders](/visa/passport/botswana)