Bhutanese visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Bhutan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Bhutan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bhutan e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bhutan visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Bhutan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bhutan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bhutan.
If you are looking for Bhutan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Botswana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bhutan nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 6261.00 kilometers (3890.41 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now).
- Madrid: The Consulate General of in Madrid, ~ 7580.09 kilometers (4710.05 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now).
Bhutan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bhutan diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Bhutan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25 | N/A |
| 2009 | 21 | -16.00% |
| 2010 | 37 | 76.19% |
| 2011 | 59 | 59.46% |
| 2012 | 95 | 61.02% |
| 2013 | 104 | 9.47% |
| 2014 | 120 | 15.38% |
| 2015 | 140 | 16.67% |
| 2016 | 189 | 35.00% |
| 2017 | 230 | 21.69% |
| 2018 | 247 | 7.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bhutan & Botswana comparison
Bhutan's area is approximately 38,117 km2 (14,717 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 14.87 times bigger than Bhutan.
As of October 2025, Bhutan's population is ~814818 people - 1,781,378 fewer people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Bhutan & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bhutan | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 814,818 | 2,596,196 | 1.8 million fewer people live in Bhutan than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 34 | Bhutan has 25 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 15 | 53 | Bhutan passport holders visit 38 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 8 | 31 | Bhutanese hosts 23 fewer foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Bhutan in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Bhutan in 2018 was approximately 247.
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| Sunrise | 10:30 AM | |
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- Travel time: 17 hours 11 minutes
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