Canadian visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Canada for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Canada for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Canada e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Canada visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Canada tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Canada.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Canada.
If you are looking for Canada visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Botswana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Canada nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 523.94 kilometers (325.56 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 33 minutes).
- Johannesburg: The High Commission of in Johannesburg, ~ 544.31 kilometers (338.22 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 33 minutes).
Canada visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Canada diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Canada from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15,428 | N/A |
| 2009 | 14,163 | -8.20% |
| 2010 | 14,597 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 14,413 | -1.26% |
| 2012 | 14,710 | 2.06% |
| 2013 | 14,453 | -1.75% |
| 2014 | 14,883 | 2.98% |
| 2015 | 16,174 | 8.67% |
| 2016 | 17,974 | 11.13% |
| 2017 | 18,795 | 4.57% |
| 2018 | 19,021 | 1.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Canada & Botswana comparison
Canada's area is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 16.05 times smaller than Canada.
As of October 2025, Canada's population is ~39.4 million people - 36,825,483 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Canada & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Canada | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 39,421,679 | 2,596,196 | 36.8 million more people live in Canada than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 144 | 34 | Canada has 110 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 53 | Canada passport holders can visit 76 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 469 | 31 | Canadian hosts 438 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Canada in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Canada in 2018 was approximately 19,021.
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Useful Information
- Ottawa to Gaborone: 15272.55 km (9489.92 mi)
- Travel time: 31 hours 49 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025