Guatemalan visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Guatemala 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 Guatemala for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Guatemala e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Guatemala visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Guatemala tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Guatemala.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Guatemala.
If you are looking for Guatemala 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 Guatemala nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 525.70 kilometers (326.66 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 49 minutes).
- Cairo: The Embassy of in Cairo, ~ 5856.69 kilometers (3639.18 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 49 minutes).
Guatemala visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Guatemala diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Guatemala from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,374 | N/A |
| 2009 | 949 | -30.93% |
| 2010 | 1,007 | 6.11% |
| 2011 | 1,044 | 3.67% |
| 2012 | 1,080 | 3.45% |
| 2013 | 1,102 | 2.04% |
| 2014 | 1,234 | 11.98% |
| 2015 | 1,326 | 7.46% |
| 2016 | 1,427 | 7.62% |
| 2017 | 1,494 | 4.70% |
| 2018 | 1,603 | 7.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Guatemala & Botswana comparison
Guatemala's area is approximately 107,160 km2 (41,374 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 5.29 times bigger than Guatemala.
As of October 2025, Guatemala's population is ~19.6 million people - 17,021,350 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Guatemala & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Guatemala | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,617,546 | 2,596,196 | 17.0 million more people live in Guatemala than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 34 | Guatemala has 25 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 95 | 53 | Guatemala passport holders can visit 42 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 31 | Guatemalan hosts 23 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Guatemala in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Guatemala in 2018 was approximately 1,603.
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| Humidity | 94% | |
| Wind | 5.14 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 10:29 AM | |
Useful Information
- Guatemala City to Gaborone: 12107.07 km (7522.98 mi)
- Travel time: 25 hours 13 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025