British visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho passport holders visiting United Kingdom for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter United Kingdom for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Kingdom e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Kingdom visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
United Kingdom tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Kingdom.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Kingdom.
If you are looking for United Kingdom visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Kingdom nearest your place of residence.
- Maseru: The High Commission of United Kingdom in Maseru, Lesotho (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 12 minutes)
United Kingdom visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Kingdom diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to United Kingdom from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,316 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,102 | -6.45% |
| 2010 | 3,112 | 0.32% |
| 2011 | 3,224 | 3.60% |
| 2012 | 3,221 | -0.09% |
| 2013 | 3,417 | 6.09% |
| 2014 | 3,587 | 4.98% |
| 2015 | 3,788 | 5.60% |
| 2016 | 3,940 | 4.01% |
| 2017 | 4,142 | 5.13% |
| 2018 | 3,995 | -3.55% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Kingdom & Lesotho comparison
United Kingdom's area is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 7.97 times smaller than United Kingdom.
As of October 2025, United Kingdom's population is ~69.7 million people - 67,457,052 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted United Kingdom & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Kingdom | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 69,684,990 | 2,227,938 | 67.5 million more people live in United Kingdom than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 222 | 14 | United Kingdom has 208 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 139 | 48 | United Kingdom passport holders can visit 91 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 348 | 7 | British hosts 341 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to United Kingdom in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting United Kingdom in 2018 was approximately 3,995.
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Useful Information
- London to Maseru: 9069.69 km (5635.64 mi)
- Travel time: 18 hours 53 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025