Mozambican visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Botswanan passport holders visiting Mozambique for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Mozambique for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Mozambique e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Mozambique visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Mozambique tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Mozambique.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Mozambique.
If you are looking for Mozambique 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 Mozambique nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 521.27 kilometers (323.90 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 45 minutes).
- Johannesburg: The Consulate General of in Johannesburg, ~ 549.38 kilometers (341.37 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 45 minutes).
Mozambique visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Mozambique diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Mozambique from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,074 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,315 | 22.44% |
| 2010 | 1,546 | 17.57% |
| 2011 | 1,712 | 10.74% |
| 2012 | 1,902 | 11.10% |
| 2013 | 1,697 | -10.78% |
| 2014 | 1,495 | -11.90% |
| 2015 | 1,397 | -6.56% |
| 2016 | 1,475 | 5.58% |
| 2017 | 1,302 | -11.73% |
| 2018 | 2,469 | 89.63% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Mozambique & Botswana comparison
Mozambique's area is approximately 786,380 km2 (303,622 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 38.76% smaller than Mozambique.
As of October 2025, Mozambique's population is ~35.8 million people - 33,238,160 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Mozambique & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Mozambique | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 35,834,356 | 2,596,196 | 33.2 million more people live in Mozambique than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 35 | 34 | Mozambique has 1 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 32 | 53 | Mozambique passport holders visit 21 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 31 | Mozambican hosts 23 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Mozambique in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Mozambique in 2018 was approximately 2,469.
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- Travel time: 2 hours 23 minutes
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