Rwandan citizens require an e-Visa to enter Botswana for tourism purposes.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
Max stay 30 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay with 3 blank pages.
Entry type eVisa
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- E-visa must be applied for online before travel through the official Botswana e-Visa portal.
- Visa on arrival is not available for Rwandan citizens.
- Processing time is typically 7-14 days for standard applications.
Stay
Single entry visa valid for up to 1 month, or multiple entry visa for up to 3 months.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay with 3 blank pages.
Apply well in advance as processing takes 7-14 days. The nearest Botswana diplomatic missions are in Nairobi, Kenya and Lusaka, Zambia.
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