Botswana Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 66 | 89 |
| 2021 | 71 | 105 |
| 2022 | 86 | 103 |
| 2023 | 90 | 103 |
| 2024 | 87 | 104 |
| 2025 | 84 | 102 |
| 2026 | 82 | 108 |
Botswana: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 81st out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingEnglish
- 37th out of 60 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingParliamentary Republic
- 36th out of 40 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 101st out of 159 countries
- African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
- 4th out of 54 countries
- Commonwealth RankingCommonwealth Countries
- 35th out of 56 countries
- G77 RankingG77 Countries
- 57th out of 132 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
About Botswana
Botswana lies in southern Africa, sharing borders with several countries. Its landscape is largely dominated by the Kalahari Desert and the Okavango Delta. The country is known for its stable political environment and commitment to conservation. As a landlocked nation, it plays a significant role in the region's economic and diplomatic affairs.
Life in Botswana is often centered around community and extended family networks. The capital, Gaborone, has a relaxed pace compared to many larger African cities. Traditional music and dance remain important cultural expressions across the country. Wildlife and natural areas are a common part of the local experience for many Batswana.
Botswana has maintained a generally peaceful and stable trajectory since independence. It actively participates in regional organizations such as the Southern African Development Community. The country has also been a consistent voice for dialogue and cooperation in continental affairs. Its foreign policy emphasizes economic partnership and sustainable resource management.