Mauritania to Botswana visa requirements
Mauritanian citizens can apply for a Botswana eVisa online for tourism purposes.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
What Mauritania travellers need to know
If you hold a Mauritania passport and plan to visit Botswana for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Mauritanian citizens can apply for a Botswana eVisa online for tourism purposes.
Typical stay guidance: Initial stay of 30 days, extendable upon application.
Passport rule: Passport valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages.
Health note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic areas.
Visa fees are BWP 300 (US$30) for single entry or BWP 500 (US$50) for multiple entry.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mauritania to Botswana.
Entry requirements
- Apply online through the official Botswana eVisa portal.
- Processing time is typically 7-14 days.
- You must provide two recent colored passport photos, flight itinerary, and accommodation bookings.
Stay
Initial stay of 30 days, extendable upon application.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic areas.
Visa fees are BWP 300 (US$30) for single entry or BWP 500 (US$50) for multiple entry.
How to prepare (Mauritania → Botswana)
- 1
Apply on the official Botswana eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Mauritania passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Botswana
- Proof of funds: Proof of financial support required.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Mauritania citizens need a visa for Botswana?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Mauritania travellers need eVisa for tourism to Botswana. Mauritanian citizens can apply for a Botswana eVisa online for tourism purposes.
How long can I stay in Botswana on a Mauritania passport?
Initial stay of 30 days, extendable upon application.
What documents should Mauritania travellers carry to Botswana?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic areas.
Where can I verify Botswana entry rules officially?
Start with: Botswana eVisa Portal; Government of Botswana — Visa Applications. Requirements can change without notice.
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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.