Lesotho visa for Central African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Central African passport holders visiting Lesotho for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Central African citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Central African citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Central African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Central African Republic, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 2287.59 kilometers (1421.44 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 38 minutes).
- Cairo: The Embassy of in Cairo, ~ 3147.65 kilometers (1955.86 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Central African Republic for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Central African Republic traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Central African Republic) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 29 | N/A |
| 2009 | 34 | 17.24% |
| 2010 | 43 | 26.47% |
| 2011 | 40 | -6.98% |
| 2012 | 42 | 5.00% |
| 2013 | 43 | 2.38% |
| 2014 | 108 | 151.16% |
| 2015 | 108 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 120 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 114 | -5.00% |
| 2018 | 117 | 2.63% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Central African Republic comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Central African Republic is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi). This means Central African Republic is 20.52 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 3,031,678 fewer people than the population of Central African Republic.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Central African Republic’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Central African Republic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 5,259,616 | 3.0 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Central African Republic |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 1 | Lesotho has 13 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Central African Republic. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 21 | Lesotho passport holders can visit 27 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 13 | Lesotho hosts 6 fewer foreign missions than Central African Republic. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Central African Republic travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Central African Republic visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 117.
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- Maseru to Bangui: 3535.44 km (2196.82 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 21 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025