Botswana Visa Requirements
For 🇪🇸 Spain passport holders
Great news! Spain passport holders can enter Botswana without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Spanish citizens can enter Botswana visa-free for up to 90 days within any 12-month period.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
2 page(s) required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Entry Conditions
Valid passport with 6 months validity and blank pages, return ticket.
Fines and potential deportation.
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, typhoid, rabies, malaria prophylaxis.
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Botswana is one of Africa's safest countries. Standard safari safety applies - wildlife is wild. Gaborone has minimal crime.
Money & Costs
Currency
P Botswana Pula (BWP)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $100 · Mid: $300 · Luxury: $1,000+
Tipping
Tip guides $10-20/day, camp staff $10/day.
Practical Info
Power
Type D, G, M, 230V
Driving
Left side
Emergency
999 (all emergencies)
Getting There
Main Airports
Kasane (BBK) · Maun (MUB) · Gaborone (GBE)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
May to October is dry season with excellent wildlife viewing as animals concentrate around water. Okavango floods June-August.
Cultural Notes
Tswana culture dominates. Democracy has been stable since independence. The San (Bushmen) have ancient heritage. Respect for wildlife is ingrained.
Insider Tips
Botswana is expensive but delivers premium experiences. Self-driving the parks is possible with 4WD. Mokoro rides are magical.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Botswana?
No, Spanish citizens can enter visa-free for up to 90 days within any 12-month period.
Why is Botswana so expensive?
Botswana follows a high-value, low-impact tourism model. Fees fund conservation and community development. The result is pristine wilderness and exclusive experiences.
What is the Okavango Delta?
A unique inland delta where the Okavango River spreads into the Kalahari. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site, best explored by mokoro (canoe) and small plane.
Can I self-drive in Botswana?
Yes, with a 4WD vehicle. Chobe and Moremi are accessible. The delta requires fly-in camps. Road conditions vary seasonally.
What wildlife will I see?
Big Five, large elephant herds, wild dogs, huge zebra migrations. Chobe has the highest elephant concentration in Africa. The Okavango is magical for predators.