Consulate of Botswana in Capetown, Southafrica

Consulate · Capetown, South AfricaStatus: Closed

Overview

The consulate of Botswana in Cape Town, South Africa has closed. Find the nearest Botswanan embassy or consulate here .

Cape TownSouth Africa

The consulate of Botswana in Cape Town is open Monday to Friday By appointment.

Consul Camilo Leitão da Graça, Consul

South African citizens do not need a tourist visa to enter Botswana.

Contact the consulate of Botswana in Cape Town directly to inquire about the availability of other types of visa.

Visa usually not required (verify rules)

South African citizens do not need a tourist visa to enter Botswana.

Contact the consulate of Botswana in Cape Town directly to inquire about the availability of other types of visa.

South Africa has a high commission in Gaborone .

Preparation checklist — confirm every requirement on the official Botswana immigration portal before you apply or attend.

Verify whether a visa is required for your nationality before visiting the mission.
Confirm this consulate handles your visa or consular service for Botswana applications from South Africa.
Book an appointment on the official embassy or consulate website — avoid third-party “appointment sellers”.
Print or save your appointment confirmation and application reference number.
Prepare passport (valid 6+ months beyond intended stay, with blank pages).
Gather visa application forms and photos per official Botswana immigration requirements.
Bring proof of fee payment if required before your visit.
Carry supporting documents (employment letter, enrollment, finances) as listed for your visa category.
Arrive 15–20 minutes early with original documents and copies.
Do not hand documents to anyone outside the mission gate claiming to be “visa staff”.