Turkey Visa RequirementsFor Botswana passport holders
Botswana citizens require a visa to visit Turkey. The fee is approximately $60 USD. Turkey offers a convenient e-Visa at https://www.evisa.gov.tr that can be obtained entirely online.
Botswana passport holders require a visa to enter Turkey.
Apply at https://www.evisa.gov.tr. The process takes 24 to 48 hours. You need a valid passport (at least 150 days validity), credit or debit card, and email address.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Botswana to Turkey: What You Need to Know
Turkey is a major transcontinental destination and transit hub. Istanbul is well-connected to Africa via Turkish Airlines. Despite Botswana's strong European passport, Turkey requires a visa. The e-Visa makes the process fast and entirely online.
How to Get There
Istanbul is a practical transit hub for Botswana travelers heading to Europe or Central Asia. Turkish Airlines offers extensive routes from IST making onward connections convenient.
Money & Banking
Turkey uses the Turkish Lira (TRY). ATMs widely available. Cards accepted in cities. Cash preferred in local bazaars. Exchange rates have been volatile.
Practical Tips
Istanbul (IST) is accessible from Botswana via Johannesburg with Turkish Airlines direct connections. Turkish Airlines offers competitive fares on the Johannesburg-Istanbul route. Istanbul is worth exploring during a longer layover.