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Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Botswana. Fee: BWP 410 (~USD 29.17). Processing: 5-10 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available. Tourist visa: BWP 500 (~USD 35 / ~BDT 4,200) for 30-90 day stay. Apply online via official Botswana eVisa portal. Yellow Fever vaccination required if coming from endemic area.
Visa types: Visa on Arrival (Bangladesh eligible for 30-day VoA at major entry points, ~USD 30); Tourist Visa via embassy (90-day single/multi-entry); Business Visa; Work Permit; Residence Permit; Study Permit; Transit. eVisa being rolled out.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 days (VoA / sticker).
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 1 blank page); Visa application form; Recent photo; Hotel booking OR invitation letter; Return ticket; Bank statement (BWP 4,000/month proof); Travel insurance; Yellow Fever certificate if from endemic area; For Work: employer NOC + qualifications.
Visa types (2)
eVisa available. Tourist visa: BWP 500 (~USD 35 / ~BDT 4,200) for 30-90 day stay. Apply online via official Botswana eVisa portal. Yellow Fever vaccination required if coming from endemic area.
Botswana Business Visa for meetings, mining/diamonds sector visits, tourism partnerships. Botswana has stable economy and welcoming business environment.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections: (1) Insufficient financial documentation (BWP 4,000/month proof); (2) Yellow Fever certificate issues if from endemic area; (3) Inadequate hotel booking; (4) Travel history concerns; (5) Single male applicants face extra scrutiny.
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