Gambian visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Botswanan passport holders visiting Gambia for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Gambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Gambia e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Gambia visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
Gambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Gambia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Gambia.
If you are looking for Gambia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Botswana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Gambia nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 3804.30 kilometers (2363.88 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 17 minutes).
- Lagos: The Consulate General of in Lagos, ~ 3964.81 kilometers (2463.62 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 17 minutes).
Gambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Gambia diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Gambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 132 | N/A |
| 2009 | 128 | -3.03% |
| 2010 | 82 | -35.94% |
| 2011 | 95 | 15.85% |
| 2012 | 141 | 48.42% |
| 2013 | 154 | 9.22% |
| 2014 | 140 | -9.09% |
| 2015 | 404 | 188.57% |
| 2016 | 405 | 0.25% |
| 2017 | 470 | 16.05% |
| 2018 | 497 | 5.74% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Gambia & Botswana comparison
Gambia's area is approximately 10,120 km2 (3,907 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 56.00 times bigger than Gambia.
As of April 2024, Gambia's population is ~2.7 million people - 153,586 more people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Gambia & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Gambia | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 2,700,868 | 2,547,282 | 153586 more people live in Gambia than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 28 | 34 | Gambia has 6 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 45 | 53 | Gambia passport holders visit 8 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 18 | 31 | Gambian hosts 13 fewer foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Gambia in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Gambia in 2018 was approximately 497.
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| Sunrise | 11:32 AM | |
Useful Information
- Banjul to Gaborone: 5365.83 km (3334.17 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 10 minutes
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