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Do Botswana citizens need a visa for Turkey?

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

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Botswana vs Turkey: passport comparison

Botswana

48

visa-free countries

Global rank: #119 · mobility 93.8

Turkey

70

visa-free countries

Global rank: #94 · mobility 122.7
30

countries both Botswana and Turkey can enter visa-free together

Botswana + Turkey: passport compatibility

62%

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

Where Botswana and Turkey travel together — by entry type:

30 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
53 both need a visa
75 access differs

Where Botswana and Turkey 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 → Turkey

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

2passports gained easier entry to Turkey
0passports saw Turkey 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 →

Turkey: good to know

Ankara

Capital

Turkish Lira (TRY)

Currency

Turkey Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+90

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Botswana goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Turkey

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 Turkey?
Botswana citizens need a visa to enter Turkey. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Botswana or Turkey?
The Turkey passport is stronger: 70 visa-free countries versus 48. Global rank: Botswana #119, Turkey #94.
Where can Botswana and Turkey citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 30 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Turkey?
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 Turkey?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Botswana passport ranking

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