Visa required
Botswana citizens need a visa to enter Vatican. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
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visa-free countries
countries both Botswana and Vatican can enter visa-free together
of the world — where both passports have the same visa access
Where Botswana and Vatican travel together — by entry type:
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.
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| Country | Max stay | Passport rank |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | 30 days | #168 |
| Antigua and Barbuda | 180 days | #61 |
| Bahamas | 90 days | #53 |
| Belize | 90 days | #99 |
| Brazil | 90 days | #43 |
| Dominica | 21 days | #70 |
| Dominican Republic | 90 days | #124 |
| Ecuador | 90 days | #104 |
| Fiji | 120 days | #103 |
| Gambia | 90 days | #132 |
| Georgia | 360 days | #83 |
| Grenada | 90 days | #65 |
| Haiti | 90 days | #175 |
| Hong Kong | 14 days | #46 |
| Israel | 90 days | #51 |
| Kosovo | 90 days | #107 |
| Malaysia | 30 days | #41 |
| Mauritius | 90 days | #66 |
| Micronesia | 30 days | #89 |
| Panama | 90 days | #68 |
| Philippines | 30 days | #128 |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | 90 days | #54 |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 90 days | #56 |
| Seychelles | 90 days | #58 |
| Singapore | 30 days | #12 |
| Swaziland | 30 days | #120 |
| Vanuatu | 120 days | #105 |
The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.
Valid at least 6 more months
Proof you will leave the country
Enough money for your stay
Hotel booking or an invitation
Recommended, sometimes required
Obtained at the embassy in advance
Where else the Botswana passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.