Zimbabwean visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Botswanan passport holders visiting Zimbabwe for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Zimbabwe for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Zimbabwe e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Zimbabwe visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Zimbabwe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zimbabwe.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zimbabwe.
If you are looking for Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe nearest your place of residence.
- Gaborone: The Embassy of Zimbabwe in Gaborone, Botswana (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 44 minutes)
Zimbabwe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zimbabwe diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Zimbabwe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 72,811 | N/A |
| 2009 | 73,525 | 0.98% |
| 2010 | 74,239 | 0.97% |
| 2011 | 72,811 | -1.92% |
| 2012 | 70,670 | -2.94% |
| 2013 | 73,525 | 4.04% |
| 2014 | 71,384 | -2.91% |
| 2015 | 70,354 | -1.44% |
| 2016 | 94,347 | 34.10% |
| 2017 | 101,845 | 7.95% |
| 2018 | 106,937 | 5.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zimbabwe & Botswana comparison
Zimbabwe's area is approximately 386,850 km2 (149,363 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 46.50% larger than Zimbabwe.
As of October 2025, Zimbabwe's population is ~16.0 million people - 13,366,584 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Zimbabwe & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zimbabwe | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 15,962,780 | 2,596,196 | 13.4 million more people live in Zimbabwe than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 32 | 34 | Zimbabwe has 2 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 53 | Zimbabwe passport holders visit 14 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 44 | 31 | Zimbabwean hosts 13 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Zimbabwe in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Zimbabwe in 2018 was approximately 106,937.
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- Harare to Gaborone: 556.39 km (345.72 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 9 minutes
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