Finnish visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Finland 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 Finland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Finland e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Finland visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Finland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Finland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Finland.
If you are looking for Finland 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 Finland nearest your place of residence.
- Gaborone: The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Gaborone, Botswana (Working hours: Close now)
Finland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Finland diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Finland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,245 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,998 | -11.00% |
| 2010 | 2,087 | 4.45% |
| 2011 | 2,361 | 13.13% |
| 2012 | 2,500 | 5.89% |
| 2013 | 2,517 | 0.68% |
| 2014 | 2,458 | -2.34% |
| 2015 | 2,360 | -3.99% |
| 2016 | 2,510 | 6.36% |
| 2017 | 2,862 | 14.02% |
| 2018 | 2,902 | 1.40% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Finland & Botswana comparison
Finland's area is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 86.49% larger than Finland.
As of October 2025, Finland's population is ~5.6 million people - 2,986,079 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Finland & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Finland | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,582,275 | 2,596,196 | 3.0 million more people live in Finland than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 34 | Finland has 51 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 53 | Finland passport holders can visit 92 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 162 | 31 | Finnish hosts 131 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Finland in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Finland in 2018 was approximately 2,902.
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