Botswanan visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Botswana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter Botswana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Botswana e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Botswana visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Botswana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean 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 Sierra Leone, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Botswana nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The High Commission of in Abuja, ~ 2119.71 kilometers (1317.12 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 54 minutes).
- Windhoek: The High Commission of in Windhoek, ~ 4667.66 kilometers (2900.35 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 54 minutes).
Botswana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Botswana diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Botswana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21 | N/A |
| 2009 | 17 | -19.05% |
| 2010 | 20 | 17.65% |
| 2012 | 16 | -20.00% |
| 2013 | 15 | -6.25% |
| 2014 | 20 | 33.33% |
| 2015 | 15 | -25.00% |
| 2016 | 16 | 6.67% |
| 2017 | 16 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Botswana & Sierra Leone comparison
Botswana's area is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 7.85 times smaller than Botswana.
As of October 2025, Botswana's population is ~2.6 million people - 6,218,370 fewer people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Botswana & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Botswana | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,596,196 | 8,814,566 | 6.2 million fewer people live in Botswana than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 34 | 42 | Botswana has 8 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 43 | Botswana passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 31 | 23 | Botswanan hosts 8 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Botswana in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Botswana in 2017 was approximately 16.
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