Lesotho Visa Requirements
For 🇩🇪 Germany passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Rabies
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Lesotho is generally safe for tourists. Maseru has petty crime - take normal urban precautions. Roads are challenging, especially mountain passes - 4x4 recommended outside cities. Flash floods can occur in rainy season. The mountain areas are remote - travel prepared.
Money & Costs
Currency
L Lesotho Loti (LSL)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $35 · Mid: $70 · Luxury: $150+
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated. 10% in restaurants. Tips for pony trek guides are customary.
Practical Info
Power
Type M, 220V 50Hz
Driving
Left side
Emergency
123 (Police), 122 (Fire), 121 (Ambulance)
Getting There
Main Airports
Maseru (MSU)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Lesotho is during the dry winter (May-September) for hiking and pony trekking with clear skies. June-August offers skiing at Afriski if snow falls. Summer (November-March) brings rain but lush green landscapes. The highlands are cold year-round - pack warm clothing.
Cultural Notes
Lesotho has a proud Basotho culture centered around the mountain kingdom identity. Traditional Basotho blankets and conical hats are distinctive. The country is predominantly Christian with traditional beliefs. Music and dance are important, and the Morija Arts & Cultural Festival in September celebrates Basotho heritage.
Insider Tips
English and Sesotho are official languages. The Loti is the currency (pegged to South African Rand, which is also accepted). Lesotho is known as the "Kingdom in the Sky" with the lowest point at 1,400m. Basotho blankets and hats are iconic cultural items. 4x4 vehicles are recommended for highland travel.