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The Republic of Botswana *Lefatshe la Botswana* (at one time the British protectorate of Bechuanaland) whose capital city is Gaborone is a country in Southern Africa landlocked by South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.

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What is the longest a visitor can stay in Botswana?

How long can a visitor stay in Botswana, holding a passport eligible for visa-free entry? (And from a high income country.) Despite some websites simply saying you can't stay past 90 days in a year, ...
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How to access money in Botswana

I'm an American planning to travel to Botswana in September. I'm wondering about the best way to access money while there. I don't want to carry very much cash, but my experience traveling in some ...
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What documents are needed for a citizen of Botswana travelling to the UK?

As a citizen of Botswana, I am not required to apply for a visa. However, I would like to know which documents are needed when I arrive in the UK.
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Banned for 5 years for overstaying but it wasn't me [closed]

I have been banned from South Africa for 5 years. Someone used my passport at the border and overstayed. This person did not change my passport names or photo and the ban was issued against my names. ...
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Can I transit South Africa if I have a one-year entry ban? [duplicate]

I am a Botswana citizen. In October 2018, I was deemed undesirable by South Africa for overstaying two days and was given a one-year ban. I have to travel to Malaysia in January 2019. I am concerned ...
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Fast and free Wi-Fi spot in Gaborone

Fast and reliable Wi-Fi can we a rare commodity in Botswana. Most hotels, guesthouses and residentials usually have rather slow internet connection (750 kbps- 1.5 Mbps). I am looking for stable ...
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How to get a KAZA Univisa?

The KAZA Univisa program has been resumed and now includes Botswana in addition to Zambia and Zimbabwe. Nevertheless there is little information about this multi-country visa. The linked note states ...
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What campsites exist between Gaborone and Windhoek?

We are planning a trip from Gaborone, Botswana to the Namib desert, not far from Windhoek, Namibia. By google its about 15h drive. We are looking for campsites along that route, without diverting too ...
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Requirements for American citizen to enter Botswana for three months

I am an American citizen and will soon be traveling to Botswana, where I'll be staying for three months with a church. What are the entry requirements? Will I need proof of sufficient funds for my ...
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Will I need a converter for my USA laptop in Botswana?

My laptop’s input is 100-240V AC 50/60Hz. I’m travelling to Botswana, where they use 230 volts at 50 hertz. Do I need a converter or a transformer?
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