--- title: Romania visa for citizens of Botswana description: "Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Romania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/romania/botswana lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Romania visa for citizens of Botswana Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Romania 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.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Short-stay Schengen visa (C) · Tourist / Business - **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 + €30 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 (approx. €50 per day of stay) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Identify the purpose of travel (tourism, business, etc.) and collect all required documents as per the checklist. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or manually, then print and sign it. 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Romanian embassy or VFS Global visa application centre in your jurisdiction (e.g., South Africa or nearest accredited embassy). 4. **Attend the appointment in person** — Submit your application, provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo), and pay the visa fee. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days; may extend up to 45 days in complex cases. 6. **Collect passport with decision** — Once processed, collect your passport from the visa centre or embassy (or opt for courier if available). ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Download from Romanian embassy website or VFS Global - **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen area)** (Travel): Must cover medical emergencies and repatriation - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Not necessarily paid, but confirmed booking - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel): For entire stay in Romania/Schengen - **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Original or certified copy, showing sufficient funds - **Employment letter (or proof of self-employment/student status)** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and approved leave - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Only if traveling with family - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel plans and ties to home country - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay at VFS or embassy upon submission - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps show travel history ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay (recommended) - Bank statements - Sponsorship letter if applicable - Credit card statements If sponsored, provide sponsor's bank statements and a notarized letter of sponsorship. ## Good to know - Ensure your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area. - Travel insurance must be valid for the entire Schengen area and cover all dates of travel. - All documents not in Romanian or English must be translated by a certified translator. - Visa fees are non-refundable even if the application is rejected. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide clear bank statements showing regular income and sufficient balance for the trip. - **Lack of travel insurance or inadequate coverage** — Purchase a policy that meets Schengen requirements (€30,000 minimum, valid in all Schengen states). - **Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay)** — Provide strong evidence of employment, family, property, or other commitments in Botswana. - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form; use the official checklist. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Romania? Citizens of Botswana need a visa for Romania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Short-stay Schengen visa (C) · Tourist / Business. ### How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Romania? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Romania visa cost for citizens of Botswana? Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee. ### How long does Romania visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Botswana need for Romania? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen area); Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Romania? At least 6 months. ## More - [Romania visa for every passport](/visa/romania) - [Every destination for Botswana passport holders](/visa/passport/botswana)