Zambian visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Botswanan passport holders visiting Zambia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Zambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Zambia e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Zambia visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Zambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zambia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zambia.
If you are looking for Zambia 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 Zambia nearest your place of residence.
- Gaborone: The High Commission of Zambia in Gaborone, Botswana (Working hours: Close now)
Zambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zambia diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Zambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 731 | N/A |
| 2009 | 639 | -12.59% |
| 2010 | 734 | 14.87% |
| 2011 | 828 | 12.81% |
| 2012 | 773 | -6.64% |
| 2013 | 824 | 6.60% |
| 2014 | 852 | 3.40% |
| 2015 | 839 | -1.53% |
| 2016 | 860 | 2.50% |
| 2017 | 975 | 13.37% |
| 2018 | 965 | -1.03% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zambia & Botswana comparison
Zambia's area is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 31.17% smaller than Zambia.
As of October 2025, Zambia's population is ~21.1 million people - 18,481,008 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Zambia & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zambia | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,077,204 | 2,596,196 | 18.5 million more people live in Zambia than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 34 | Zambia has 8 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 45 | 53 | Zambia passport holders visit 8 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 31 | Zambian hosts 9 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Zambia in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Zambia in 2018 was approximately 965.
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