Vietnam Visa RequirementsFor Botswana passport holders
Botswana citizens can obtain a Vietnam e-Visa entirely online. The fee is $25 USD. The process is completed at the official Vietnam e-Visa portal. Stay of up to 90 days is permitted.
Botswana passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (eVisa) online before traveling to Vietnam.
Apply at https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn. Complete the online form, upload passport and photo, pay $25 USD. e-Visa is issued within 3 business days. Print the approval letter and carry it with your passport.
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 Vietnam: What You Need to Know
Vietnam's e-Visa system is available to all nationalities including Botswana. The process is fully online and simple. Vietnam is a popular and affordable destination for independent travelers. The e-Visa system removes the need for any embassy visit.
How to Get There
Vietnam is commonly combined with Cambodia and Thailand on a Southeast Asia trip. The Vietnam e-Visa allows multiple-entry if requested. All three countries offer accessible visa solutions.
Money & Banking
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (VND). ATMs available in cities. Cards in hotels and larger restaurants. Cash essential for street food and local transport.
Practical Tips
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and Hanoi (HAN) are accessible from Botswana via Johannesburg and then via Singapore or Dubai connections. Vietnam is very affordable. The Vietnam e-Visa is straightforward for Botswana passport holders.