Botswanan visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is NOT required for Lesotho passport holders visiting Botswana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Botswana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Botswana e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Botswana visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Botswana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Botswana.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Botswana.
If you are looking for Botswana visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Botswana nearest your place of residence.
- Johannesburg: The Consulate General of in Johannesburg, ~ 380.42 kilometers (236.38 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 58 minutes).
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 430.47 kilometers (267.48 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 58 minutes).
Botswana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Botswana diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Botswana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 11,380 | N/A |
| 2009 | 10,730 | -5.71% |
| 2010 | 10,513 | -2.02% |
| 2011 | 10,730 | 2.06% |
| 2012 | 10,622 | -1.01% |
| 2013 | 10,839 | 2.04% |
| 2014 | 12,408 | 14.48% |
| 2015 | 18,842 | 51.85% |
| 2016 | 18,773 | -0.37% |
| 2017 | 19,148 | 2.00% |
| 2018 | 19,711 | 2.94% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Botswana & Lesotho comparison
Botswana's area is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 18.67 times smaller than Botswana.
As of October 2025, Botswana's population is ~2.6 million people - 368,258 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Botswana & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Botswana | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,596,196 | 2,227,938 | 368258 more people live in Botswana than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 34 | 14 | Botswana has 20 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 48 | Botswana passport holders can visit 5 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 31 | 7 | Botswanan hosts 24 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Botswana in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Botswana in 2018 was approximately 19,711.
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- Gaborone to Maseru: 810.02 km (503.33 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 41 minutes
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