Botswanan visa for Namibian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Namibian passport holders visiting Botswana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Namibian citizens to enter Botswana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Botswana e-visa for Namibian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Botswana visa on arrival for Namibian citizens | Not Available | |
Botswana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Namibian 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 Namibia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Botswana nearest your place of residence.
- Windhoek: The High Commission of Botswana in Windhoek, Namibia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 57 minutes)
Botswana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Botswana diplomatic mission offices to Namibia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Namibia traveling to Botswana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Namibia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 171,430 | N/A |
| 2009 | 173,127 | 0.99% |
| 2010 | 166,338 | -3.92% |
| 2011 | 164,641 | -1.02% |
| 2012 | 171,430 | 4.12% |
| 2013 | 169,733 | -0.99% |
| 2014 | 162,453 | -4.29% |
| 2015 | 170,326 | 4.85% |
| 2016 | 187,044 | 9.82% |
| 2017 | 192,655 | 3.00% |
| 2018 | 179,562 | -6.80% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Botswana & Namibia comparison
Botswana's area is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi), while the area of Namibia is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi). This means Namibia is 45.27% larger than Botswana.
As of October 2025, Botswana's population is ~2.6 million people - 181,013 fewer people than the population of Namibia.
We have highlighted Botswana & Namibia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Botswana | Namibia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,596,196 | 2,777,209 | 181013 fewer people live in Botswana than Namibia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 34 | 24 | Botswana has 10 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Namibia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 46 | Botswana passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 31 | 41 | Botswanan hosts 10 fewer foreign missions than Namibia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Namibia travel to Botswana in one year?
The number of visitors from Namibia visiting Botswana in 2018 was approximately 179,562.
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