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Visa Applications
Q:Is a visa required
to enter Botswana?
A:Yes, all visitors
must obtain a valid entry visa to Botswana, except citizens
of some Commonwealth countries. A visa is not required of
individuals from a number of other countries. Chinese citizens
require a visa to enter Botswana. Visitors are advised to
enquire, prior to travel, if a visa is required of their country.
Travel to/winthin
Botswana
Q:How do I travel
to and within Botswana?
A:Travel to and from
Botswana is possible by air. Travel within Botswana is possible
by air, rail and road transport. Botswana is linked to the
rest of the world by Air Botswana and regional airlines. The
airlines also operate convenient flights to and from the entire
region tourist centres.
Visitor's Bookings/Reservations
Q:Do I need advance
reservation for hotels and parks/game reserves entry?
A:Reservations for
travel to Botswana and entry to National Parks and Game Reserves
should be made prior to travel with tour operators or at the
Reservation offices in Botswana.
Banking
Q:Are there any
banking facilities in Botswana?
A:Foreign currency
can be brought in and out of the country provided it is declared.
All banks, hotels and lodges accept convertible foreign currency
or traveller cheques. Credit cards are accepted as forms of
payment, but only to a limited extent.
Health
Q:What health
precautions do I need to take?
A:Malaria is prevalent
in northern Botswana, and may occur seasonally in a few other
areas. As a precaution, visitors are advised to consult their
physician before departure to Botswana. Botswana like other
countries has been affected by the Aids pandemic. Government
has put in place measures to address problems this scourge
has created, and the general advice by the worldwide Aids
awareness campaigns should be heeded.
Fo rmore information,go
to | TOURISM,
WILDLIFE AND SIGHTSEEING | or enquire at the
Embassy.
SERVICES TO BOTSWANA
The Embassy of the
Republic of Botswana in Beijing; China is charged with the
responsibility to provide consular services to all Botswana
nationals residing in China and other areas of accreditation.
In case you lose your passport while in China, kindly do the
following’
REPLACEMENT
OF PASSPORTS
FOR
LOST PASSPORTS
Note: Applicants
are advised to submit ALL the required documents and to ensure
that the forms are signed and that the section for Commissioner
of Oath is also signed by the relevant authorities prior to
submission. The Embassy shall not be responsible for any delays
arising from incomplete submissions.
The Embassy only accepts cash payments in US Dollars of fees
from outside China. Please note that bank cheaques / checks
are not allowed.
To apply for an Emergency
Traveling Document (ETD), kindly submit the following;
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Two passport size photos,
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Letter stating the reasons for applying for ETD,
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Police Affidavit
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P50.00 or USD equivalent,
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Date and place of birth and occupation
SERVICES
TO CHINESE AND OTHER NON CITIZENS/ FOREIGN NATIONALS
Other than rendering
services to Botswana nationals, the Embassy of the Republic
of Botswana in Beijing also provides consular services to
Chinese nationals and nationals of other areas of accreditation.
APPLICATIONS
FOR VISA TO ENTER THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA SHOULD INCLUDE
THE FOLLOWING;
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Fully completed Immigration
Supplementary Form D;
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Certified copies of first three pages of passport
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Two identical recent passport size photographs(with owner’s
name at the back)
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Covering letter from the host
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A certified copy of host’s national identity/residence permit/exemption
certificate/naturalization certificate
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A non refundable fee of p500 per application
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Passport valid six months after planned return date
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Return Air ticket
N.B
It is essential to always ensure that your passport is fully
endorsed prior to leaving the Embassy premises to avoid traveling
inconveniences at points of entry. For more information, please
visit www.gov.bw.
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