Maltese visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Malta 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 Malta for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Malta e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malta visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Malta tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malta.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malta.
If you are looking for Malta 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 Malta nearest your place of residence.
- Johannesburg: The Honorary Consulate of in Johannesburg, ~ 555.46 kilometers (345.15 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 34 minutes).
- Maputo: The Honorary Consulate of in Maputo, ~ 898.40 kilometers (558.24 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 34 minutes).
Malta visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malta diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Malta from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,162 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,064 | -8.43% |
| 2010 | 1,205 | 13.25% |
| 2011 | 1,274 | 5.73% |
| 2012 | 1,299 | 1.96% |
| 2013 | 1,424 | 9.62% |
| 2014 | 1,521 | 6.81% |
| 2015 | 1,605 | 5.52% |
| 2016 | 1,769 | 10.22% |
| 2017 | 2,047 | 15.72% |
| 2018 | 2,339 | 14.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malta & Botswana comparison
Malta's area is approximately 320 km2 (123 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 1771.03 times bigger than Malta.
As of October 2025, Malta's population is ~447503 people - 2,148,693 fewer people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Malta & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malta | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 447,503 | 2,596,196 | 2.1 million fewer people live in Malta than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 217 | 34 | Malta has 183 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 53 | Malta passport holders can visit 85 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 31 | Maltese hosts 19 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Malta in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Malta in 2018 was approximately 2,339.
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- Travel time: 12 hours 19 minutes
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