German visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Germany for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Germany for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Germany e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Germany visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Germany tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Germany.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Germany.
If you are looking for Germany visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Botswana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Germany nearest your place of residence.
- Maun: The Embassy of Germany in Maun, Botswana (Working hours: Close now)
- Gaborone: The Embassy of Germany in Gaborone, Botswana (Working hours: Close now)
Germany visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Germany diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Germany from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 22,396 | N/A |
| 2009 | 21,798 | -2.67% |
| 2010 | 24,188 | 10.96% |
| 2011 | 25,537 | 5.58% |
| 2012 | 27,370 | 7.18% |
| 2013 | 28,391 | 3.73% |
| 2014 | 29,699 | 4.61% |
| 2015 | 31,473 | 5.97% |
| 2016 | 32,000 | 1.67% |
| 2017 | 33,707 | 5.33% |
| 2018 | 34,993 | 3.82% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Germany & Botswana comparison
Germany's area is approximately 348,560 km2 (134,579 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 62.59% larger than Germany.
As of April 2024, Germany's population is ~84.9 million people - 82,309,094 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Germany & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Germany | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 84,856,376 | 2,547,282 | 82.3 million more people live in Germany than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 227 | 34 | Germany has 193 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 145 | 53 | Germany passport holders can visit 92 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 593 | 31 | German hosts 562 more foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Germany in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Germany in 2018 was approximately 34,993.
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