--- title: San Marino visa for citizens of Botswana description: "Citizens of Botswana need a visa for San Marino and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €80. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/san-marino/botswana lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # San Marino visa for citizens of Botswana Citizens of Botswana need a visa for San Marino 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.* Application site: https://ambgaborone.esteri.it/ambasciata_gaborone/en/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Type C) - Tourist - **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:** €80 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** €50 per day of stay ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type** — Confirm that a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) is required for tourism to San Marino. 2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above, ensuring they are complete and valid. 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Italian Embassy in Gaborone (or nearest consulate) via their online booking system. 4. **Attend appointment and submit biometrics** — Visit the embassy/consulate in person to submit your application, provide fingerprints, and pay the visa fee. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days, but may extend up to 45 days in some cases. 6. **Collect passport** — Once processed, collect your passport with the visa decision from the embassy/consulate. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area. - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Form available on the Italian embassy website. - **Recent passport-sized photograph (35x45mm)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards. - **Travel itinerary (flight reservations and accommodation bookings)** (Travel): Round-trip flight reservations and hotel bookings for entire stay. - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay. - **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, payslips, etc.)** (Financial): At least €50 per day of stay. - **Proof of employment or student status** (Employment): Employment letter, payslips, or school enrollment certificate. - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel plans and itinerary. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Attach copies of any previous Schengen visas. - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children)** (Supporting, optional): If applicable. - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Fee of €80 (or equivalent in local currency) paid at appointment. - **Return flight ticket** (Travel): Confirmed return ticket. - **Accommodation proof (hotel bookings or invitation letter)** (Travel): For entire stay. - **Biometric appointment confirmation** (Identity): Appointment must be booked online. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Payslips - Sponsorship letter if applicable Funds must be clearly available and documented. ## Good to know - Apply well in advance (at least 15 days before travel) to allow for processing delays. - Ensure all documents are translated into English or Italian if not originally in those languages. - Biometrics are required for all applicants aged 12 and over; they are valid for 59 months. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form. - **Insufficient proof of funds** — Provide clear bank statements showing adequate balance for the entire stay. - **Lack of travel health insurance** — Purchase insurance that meets Schengen requirements before applying. - **Invalid passport (expired or insufficient validity)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Schengen. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for San Marino? Citizens of Botswana need a visa for San Marino and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Type C) - Tourist. ### How long can citizens of Botswana stay in San Marino? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the San Marino visa cost for citizens of Botswana? Government fee: €80. ### How long does San Marino visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Botswana need for San Marino? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Recent passport-sized photograph (35x45mm); Travel itinerary (flight reservations and accommodation bookings); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, payslips, etc.); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for San Marino? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://ambgaborone.esteri.it/ambasciata_gaborone/en/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [ambgaborone.esteri.it](https://ambgaborone.esteri.it/ambasciata_gaborone/en/) ## More - [San Marino visa for every passport](/visa/san-marino) - [Every destination for Botswana passport holders](/visa/passport/botswana)