Rwandese visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Rwanda 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 Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Eligible | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Rwanda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Rwanda.
If you are looking for Rwanda 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 Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 523.44 kilometers (325.25 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now).
- Bujumbura: The Embassy of in Bujumbura, ~ 2166.36 kilometers (1346.11 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now).
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 456 | N/A |
| 2009 | 452 | -0.88% |
| 2010 | 454 | 0.44% |
| 2011 | 619 | 36.34% |
| 2012 | 734 | 18.58% |
| 2013 | 778 | 5.99% |
| 2014 | 833 | 7.07% |
| 2015 | 888 | 6.60% |
| 2016 | 839 | -5.52% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Rwanda & Botswana comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 22.97 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 12,026,858 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Rwanda & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 2,596,196 | 12.0 million more people live in Rwanda than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 34 | Rwanda has 8 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 53 | Rwanda passport holders visit 25 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 31 | Rwandese hosts 4 fewer foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 839.
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