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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Botswana citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Visa required

Botswana citizens need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Botswana vs Saudi Arabia: passport comparison

Botswana

48

visa-free countries

Global rank: #119 · mobility 93.8

Saudi Arabia

55

visa-free countries

Global rank: #102 · mobility 104.6
24

countries both Botswana and Saudi Arabia can enter visa-free together

Botswana + Saudi Arabia: passport compatibility

66%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Botswana and Saudi Arabia travel together — by entry type:

24 both visa-free
20 both visa on arrival
22 both e-visa / eTA
65 both need a visa
66 access differs

Where Botswana and Saudi Arabia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Botswana → Saudi Arabia

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Botswana → Saudi Arabia rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2passports gained easier entry to Saudi Arabia
0passports saw Saudi Arabia tighten its rules
2rule changes for the Botswana passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Saudi Arabia: good to know

Riyadh

Capital

Saudi Riyal (SAR)

Currency

Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+966

Calling code

A, B, F, G

Power plug

230V / 60Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Botswana goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Saudi Arabia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Botswana citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
Botswana citizens need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Botswana or Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi Arabia passport is stronger: 55 visa-free countries versus 48. Global rank: Botswana #119, Saudi Arabia #102.
Where can Botswana and Saudi Arabia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 24 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Saudi Arabia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Botswana and Saudi Arabia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Botswana passport ranking

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