BOTSWANA

VISA REQUIRED

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Nationality:  
Destination: Botswana
Purpose of trip: Business

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BOTSWANA

VISA REQUIRED

YOUR INFORMATION

YOUR INFORMATION*

Nationality:
Destination: Botswana 
Purpose of trip: Business

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BOTSWANA

VISA REQUIRED

YOUR INFORMATION

YOUR INFORMATION*

Nationality:
Destination: Botswana 
Purpose of trip: Business

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VISA REQUIRED

YOUR INFORMATION

YOUR INFORMATION*

Nationality:  
Destination: Botswana
Purpose of trip: Business

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IMPORTANT

VISA VALIDITY

– Up to 3 months, single entry
– Up to 3 months, multiple entry

All visa issuance is subject to consular discretion.

EMBASSY CLOSURE

The High Commission of Botswana in London is closed every Thursday and Friday.

THIS CAN IMPACT SUBMISSION / COLLECTION OF APPROVED APPLICATIONS AND PROCESSING TIMES – PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF THIS.

EMBASSY DISCLAIMER

IMPORTANT: The High Commission of Botswana in London reserves the right to request additional documentation in support of an application, and can amend / increase consular fees without prior notice. Before starting the request form, if you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

NEXT STEPS

Review document list below, select visa type (see 'PROCESSING TIMES / FEES' below) and complete request form / payment.

Prepare documentation. Please do be mindful of originals and provide our team sufficient time for step 3 below.

Access the DRAG N’ DROP email (supported by Dropbox Inc.), where you can securely upload scans of all documentation for our review. This additional email will be sent to you within 1 – 2 business hours of completing the request form. You may also find further information on the DRAG N’ DROP process via the menu above. IT IS IMPORTANT WE COMPLETE THIS STEP AS TO AVOID REQUESTING AMENDS UPON RECEIPT OF ALL ORIGINALS. FURTHERMORE, YOU MUST ALLOW OUR TEAM 1 WORKING DAY TO COMPLETE THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Only once your documents have been reviewed, will our team provide instruction on sending us all originals or arrange for free collection if you are in the central London area, for submission ON YOUR BEHALF to the relevant Consulate / Embassy. All options, including return delivery, will be discussed in line with your travel plans.

BOTSWANA BUSINESS VISA REQUIREMENTS

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Original passport. This must:

  • be valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date
  • have at least two blank visa pages

Original CERTIFIED copy of current passport – information / photo page only.

Two original recent 45mm x 35mm colour photographs. These must:

  • be taken within the last month
  • be taken against a plain light background and printed on photographic paper
  • show full frontal face, have a neutral expression and your mouth closed
  • have eyes open and free from reflection or glare from glasses
  • not have hair in front of face or have a head covering (unless it’s for religious or medical reasons)

DO NOT ATTACH THE PHOTOGRAPHS TO THE APPLICATION FORM

Signed, dated and fully completed original application form. Please see attached: Botswana – Visa Application Form.

Signed and completed original letter of support from your home employer. This must be signed by a member of your HR, or a member of your management team. If the latter, this person must be at least a manager grade and/or at least the same grade as yourself, and must be aware of your trip.

Please see template attached: Botswana – Business support letter. Alternatively, the letter must include the following information:

  • Addressed to the “High Commission of Botswana in London”
  • Letter needs to be on home employer headed paper and dated within the last month
  • Letter need to be signed by authorised signatory of the home employer
  • Purpose of visit
  • People / places and organisation to be visited, with contact phone numbers
  • Applicant’s name and nationality
  • Start date of employment and job title
  • Passport number and DOB
  • Start & Expiry date of the passport
  • Dates of travel to Botswana
  • Validity of visa applied for
  • A guarantee to meet maintenance expenses
  • Medical insurance undertaking (if applicable)

APPLICANTS TRAVELLING TO ATTEND BUSINESS MEETINGS / DISCUSSIONS MUST OUTLINE / PROVIDE A DETAILED MEETING SCHEDULE.

Clear colour copy of signed and completed invite letter from your inviting company.

Please see template attached: Botswana – Invite letter. Alternatively, the letter must include the following information:

  • Addressed to the “High Commission of Botswana in London”
  • Letter needs to be on inviting company headed paper and dated within the last month
  • Letter need to be signed by authorised signatory of the inviting company
  • Purpose of visit
  • People / places and organisation to be visited, with contact numbers
  • Applicant’s name and nationality
  • Passport number and DOB
  • Start & Expiry date of the passport
  • Dates of travel to Botswana
  • Validity of visa applied for
  • A guarantee to meet maintenance expenses
  • Contain the stamp of the inviting company (if applicable)
  • Medical insurance undertaking (if applicable)

Signed and completed original personal statement from the applicant. This must include the following detailed information:

  • Be addressed to the ”High Commission of Botswana in London”
  • Make the request for an Botswana business visa
  • Clearly outline the reasons for visiting Botswana

Clear colour copy of host’s CERTIFIED current passport OR CERTIFIED national identity OR, if not a Botswana citizen, CERTIFIED valid residence / work permit.

Clear colour copies of host’s CERTIFIED trade license / company registration, certificate of incorporation and share certificate.

Clear colour copy of valid flight booking / travel itinerary mentioning:

  • applicant’s name
  • travel dates to Botswana

This must show a CONFIRMED round-trip or onward travel. If the latter, the traveller must also provide all documentation / immigration approvals (if applicable) for the onward travel.

Clear colour copy of CONFIRMED accommodation (hotel, apartment, hostel, etc) booking mentioning:

  • applicant’s name
  • dates of stay in Botswana
  • accommodation address details

Valid proof of UK residence. This must be presented as your valid UK residency visa in your passport / in the form of a valid UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) card. A clear colour copy is acceptable – you must provide a copy of the front and back of your UK BRP card, if applicable.

This must be valid for at least three months beyond your requested visa validity.

RED FLAGS

Applicants with previously issued Botswana visas must provide clear colour copies from their current / previous passports.

PROCESSING TIMES / FEES

All fees are charged per individual traveller. Please click here to see the Global Visas service fees pricing structure, for cancelled cases.

All consular fees however are non-refundable once the application has been submitted; including if the application is then rejected or if you are issued a different visa validity to that requested.

Please also be aware that Botswana Visa fees are set in Botswana Pula (BWP), therefore based on the exchange rate at the time of making the payment, the below Visa fees can vary.
TO START THE REQUEST, PLEASE CLICK ON THE GREEN THUMB ICON, DEPENDING ON WHICH VISA COMBINATION YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR.

2 - 3 WEEKS SERVICE

UP TO 3 MONTHS, SINGLE ENTRY:
Global visas service fees  £160.00 excl. VAT
Consular fees:  £110.00 incl. VAT

Global visas service fees:
£160.00 excl. VAT

Consular fees:
£110.00 incl. VAT

UP TO 3 MONTHS, MULTIPLE ENTRY:
Global visas service fees  £160.00 excl. VAT
Consular fees:  £110.00 incl. VAT

Global visas service fees:
£160.00 excl. VAT

Consular fees:
£110.00 incl. VAT

VISA TIPS

APPLICATION PREPARATION

Be proactive. Review the whole application process and makes notes on anything you require clarity on. By addressing this with your visa agent will make the process easier and more efficient.

DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS

Be mindful that each document has its own requirements (i.e. passport validity / photo sizes / form signing / originals / information required for support letters etc). It is important that each requirement is adhered to.

DATA ACCURACY

Personal information must be accurate and consistent across all your documentation. Passport information, employment details, travel dates, postal addresses, points of contact etc. You must paint a consistent and accurate picture of your trip.

APPLICATION TIMESCALE

Always remember timescales. Some documents may take longer to obtain (i.e. documents from abroad / from official govt bodies / may require official certification or legalisation). Taking this into consideration along with processing times is very important. 

PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Taking a practical approach to immigration is very important. Being considerate of consular closures, travel plans, processing times, delivery timeframes, receiving original supporting documents etc. You must be mindful and plan for such considerations. 

...WHO ARE WE?

...WHO ARE WE?

…WHO ARE WE?
…WHO ARE WE?

My name is Manny and I would like to personally welcome you to Global Visas.

Our team is dedicated to providing a consular service which focuses on attention to detail, delivering a personal approach and with a high focus on compliance. Feedback is very important to us, therefore any comments you provide about our service are invaluable.

Our team is dedicated to providing a consular service which focuses on attention to detail, delivering a personal approach and with a high focus on compliance. Feedback is very important to us, therefore any comments you provide about our service are invaluableI have provided some of my own personal testimonials over my years in immigration below; working and leading on very large projects...

I have provided some of my own personal testimonials over my years in immigration below; working and leading on very large projects.

Please do also view our introductory video at the following web link:

https://globalvisas.co.uk/personal/more/about-us

We look forward to working with you and meeting all your expectations.

Global Immigration Leader, Big 4

“Manny. You have really gone the extra mile in supporting the US Business Visitor Service. You have demonstrated real commitment and energy, working a late shift night while we try and find others to fill the position. I know that the other night you stayed until 4am. You are always so positive and your cheerful disposition and attention to detail has resulted in excellent client feedback. On Monday the key client came to London and she was effusive about the service. This is largely due the cover you provide.”

Internal stakeholder, Big 4

“Manny is a big reason why the move from (external provider) to the UK firm’s passport and visa provision has been so smooth. He’s an extremely likeable honest hard working guy who takes his role very seriously. We’re very fortunate to have him leading our dedicated team”

External client, Private practice

“Most of my contact was with Manpreet Singh Johal. He did the best job someone could imagine. Extraordinary service from his side.”

Team member, Big 4

“Working on two priority accounts is naturally pressurised especially where he has also been responsible for billing on both accounts; yet Manny delivers every time and this I believe is an exceptional quality.”

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