Thailand e-Visa for citizens of Botswana: online application, fees and processing time 2026

Yes. Holders of a Botswana passport must obtain an electronic visa or electronic travel authorization online before departing for Thailand. This formality should not be left until arrival, as the application must be submitted and processed before travel.

• Government fee40 USD
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top

The documents to upload should be checked directly on the official portal, as the list follows the instructions shown during the application. The observed official fee is 40 USD. For confirmation of required documents and payment arrangements, refer to the official portal or the competent embassy.

Apply online through the official portal at thaievisa.go.th. Create an application, follow the steps displayed on the portal, and upload the documents requested for your case. For rules not shown on the portal or for individual questions, consult mfa.go.th or the competent embassy.

The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Botswana but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.

The observed processing time is 5 business days. The associated stay is 60 days and can be extended once by 30 days. Submit the application sufficiently before departure and carefully review all information entered in the application before submitting it.

A common mistake is using an intermediary website that adds extra charges instead of the official portal. Avoid unofficial websites and use thaievisa.go.th for the application. Do not confuse processing time with the authorized length of stay, and contact the competent embassy if information is missing.