Botswana visa for New Zealand passport holders
A New Zealand passport holder can enter Botswana visa-free for up to 90 days.
Best-effort passport visa-free data — verify against the official source.
Staying longer: every Botswana visa route
The tourist entry above is for visits. To live and work remotely in Botswana, these are the routes the catalogue tracks — income thresholds, fees and processing times are below; the full requirements are on the country page, linked to the official source.
Verified November 11, 2026 (Eastern Time) against official sources.
| Route | Type | Stay | Income needed | Fee | Processing | Work | Residency path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Residence Permit | student | Length of the course, renewable | — | — | — | — | — |
| Visa-free entry | tourist | 90 days per calendar year | — | 0 USD | — | — | — |
Botswana visa questions for New Zealand passport holders
Do New Zealand passport citizens need a visa for Botswana?
A New Zealand passport holder can enter Botswana visa-free for up to 90 days.
How much does the Visa-free entry cost for New Zealand passport holders?
The Visa-free entry in Botswana is listed at 0 USD. Our catalogue records one published fee per route rather than a fee per passport, so check the official source for any nationality-specific charge.
Can I work remotely in Botswana on the Visa-free entry?
No, work is not allowed on the Visa-free entry in Botswana. It can be renewed.
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Visa rules change often — verify against the official government source linked on the Botswana page before you travel or apply.