Botswana visa requirements for Samoa citizens 2025

Find out if Samoa citizens need a visa to enter Botswana. Get the latest entry requirements, document checklist and processing times for Botswana travel.

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NO VISA REQUIRED

Maximum stay: 90 days
Travel from Samoa to Botswana

Travel Requirements & Information

Visa-Free Entry

  • Entry purpose: Tourism, business, transit
  • Maximum stay: 90 days
  • Multiple entries: Allowed
  • Extension: Not typically required

Required Documents

  • • Valid Samoa passport
  • • Passport valid for 3+ months
  • • Proof of accommodation
  • • Return/onward ticket
  • • Sufficient funds proof

Travel Tips

  • • Check passport expiry date
  • • Health insurance recommended
  • • Currency: Botswana Pula (BWP)

Samoa Passport

Global Rank: #76
Visa-free destinations: 81
Easy access countries: 154

Botswana Passport

Global Rank: #119
Visa-free destinations: 47
Easy access countries: 107

Samoa vs Botswana Passport Comparison 2025

Samoa Citizens Traveling To

Traveling to Botswana

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Samoa citizens need a visa to visit Botswana?

No, Samoa citizens do not need a visa to visit Botswana. You can enter Botswana with just your valid Samoa passport.

You can stay for up to 90 days for tourism, business, or transit purposes.

What documents do I need to travel from Samoa to Botswana?

Essential documents for travel from Samoa to Botswana:

  • Valid Samoa passport with at least 3-6 months validity
  • At least 2 blank pages in your passport for stamps
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Return or onward travel ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Travel insurance (recommended or required)

How do Samoa and Botswana passports compare globally?

Here's how the two passports compare in global rankings:

Samoa passport ranking:
  • Global Rank: #76
  • Visa-free destinations: 81
  • Easy access countries: 154
Botswana passport ranking:
  • Global Rank: #119
  • Visa-free destinations: 47
  • Easy access countries: 107

Can visa requirements change between Samoa and Botswana?

Yes, visa requirements can change due to diplomatic relations, security concerns, or policy updates. Always check current requirements before traveling.

What should I do if I'm denied entry to Botswana with my Samoa passport?

If denied entry, remain calm and ask for the reason. Contact your embassy for assistance and keep all documentation for potential appeals.