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No, you do not need a visa to travel to Botswana from Kenya.

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Botswana

Do I need a visa for Botswana from Kenya?

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Essential Botswana information

Capital : Gaborone

Botswana is a landlocked Southern African country renowned for its political stability and vast diamond reserves. It features the Kalahari Desert and Okavango Delta, key wildlife sites. The nation emphasizes digital transformation and private sector-led economic growth.

Weather in Gaborone

Updated : 2026-07-24 07:30
Sunny
2.2°C
Sunny
Feels like : -0.1°C
Humidity : 80%

Practical travel information

Population : 2,570,000
Languages :
  • English
  • Setswana
Currency : P (Pula)
Continent : Africa
Area : 581,730 km²
Coordinates : Lat: -24.65, Lng: 25.91
Government : Parliamentary republic
National day : 30 September - Independence Day

Essential preparations

Timezone : Africa/Gaborone
Calling code : +267
Internet domain : .bw
Tap water : unsafe
Driving : Left
Tipping : 10-15% in restaurants, not mandatory
Emergency numbers :
  • Police : 999
  • Ambulance : 997
  • Fire brigade : 998
Electricity : 220V / 240V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type D, Type G, Type M
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a visa to travel to Botswana from Kenya?

No. Travellers from Kenya can enter Botswana without a visa for a tourist stay (allowed duration: 90 days).

What other visa types exist for Botswana?

Depending on the purpose of stay, Botswana offers among others: Botswana eVisa, Transit visa, Business visa, Work visa, Student visa, Family Reunification.

Data verified on 23/07/2026

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