Botswanan visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is NOT required for South Korean passport holders visiting Botswana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Korean citizens to enter Botswana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Botswana e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Botswana visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Botswana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean 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 South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Botswana nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 1080.80 kilometers (671.58 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 1087.38 kilometers (675.66 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
Botswana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Botswana diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Botswana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 136,565 | N/A |
| 2009 | 111,865 | -18.09% |
| 2010 | 128,245 | 14.64% |
| 2012 | 104,910 | -18.20% |
| 2013 | 100,360 | -4.34% |
| 2014 | 127,790 | 27.33% |
| 2015 | 99,320 | -22.28% |
| 2016 | 102,310 | 3.01% |
| 2017 | 105,495 | 3.11% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Botswana & South Korea comparison
Botswana's area is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 5.83 times smaller than Botswana.
As of October 2025, Botswana's population is ~2.6 million people - 48,903,700 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Botswana & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Botswana | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,596,196 | 51,499,896 | 48.9 million fewer people live in Botswana than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 34 | 183 | Botswana has 149 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 138 | Botswana passport holders visit 85 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 31 | 129 | Botswanan hosts 98 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Botswana in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Botswana in 2017 was approximately 105,495.
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