Botswana Botswana United States United States
Visa required

Citizens of Botswana require a B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa to enter the United States for tourism.

Last verified: 2026-04-27

At a glance

Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel is highly recommended to demonstrate strong ties to your home country.

Entry requirements

  • You must apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy or Consulate in Botswana.
  • The process requires completing the DS-160 online nonimmigrant visa application, paying the non-refundable application fee (typically $185 USD), and scheduling an in-person interview.
  • Due to high demand, interview appointment wait times can be lengthy. It is highly recommended to apply several months before your intended travel date.

Stay

The maximum length of stay is determined by the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the port of entry, typically up to 6 months.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States.

Health — Yellow fever

The United States does not require a yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry.

Visa issuance does not guarantee entry into the United States; final admission is always determined by CBP at the port of entry.

Sources

Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.