Botswanan visa for Turkish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Turkish passport holders visiting Botswana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Turkish citizens to enter Botswana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Botswana e-visa for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Botswana visa on arrival for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
Botswana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkish 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 Turkey, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Botswana nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 1593.73 kilometers (990.30 mi) away from Ankara, Turkey. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 55 minutes).
- Vienna: The Honorary Consulate of in Vienna, ~ 1827.15 kilometers (1135.34 mi) away from Ankara, Turkey. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 55 minutes).
Botswana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Botswana diplomatic mission offices to Turkey for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkey traveling to Botswana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkey) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 18,699 | N/A |
| 2009 | 15,317 | -18.09% |
| 2010 | 17,560 | 14.64% |
| 2012 | 14,365 | -18.19% |
| 2013 | 13,742 | -4.34% |
| 2014 | 17,497 | 27.32% |
| 2015 | 13,599 | -22.28% |
| 2016 | 14,009 | 3.01% |
| 2017 | 14,445 | 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 & Turkey comparison
Botswana's area is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi), while the area of Turkey is approximately 769,630 km2 (297,155 sq mi). This means Turkey is 35.80% larger than Botswana.
As of October 2025, Botswana's population is ~2.6 million people - 86,339,350 fewer people than the population of Turkey.
We have highlighted Botswana & Turkey’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Botswana | Turkey | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,596,196 | 88,935,546 | 86.3 million fewer people live in Botswana than Turkey |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 34 | 235 | Botswana has 201 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkey. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 68 | Botswana passport holders visit 15 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 31 | 286 | Botswanan hosts 255 fewer foreign missions than Turkey. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkey travel to Botswana in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkey visiting Botswana in 2017 was approximately 14,445.
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