Cambodia Visa for Botswanan Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
| Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Botswanan nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 13:00 - Monday - 10 February, 2025 5 days 6 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 13:00 - Wednesday - 12 February, 2025 7 days 6 hours from now |
| Transit visa | Not required | For Botswanan transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Botswanan citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of February 2025, 2,358,461 Botswanan passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. It allows a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days in Cambodia for tourism purposes. Botswanan passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of six months at the time of application.
Visa requirement summary:
| Can Botswanan citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Botswanan passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
| eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Botswanan citizens is 937 BWP. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 13:30 - Tuesday - 11 February, 2025 at Gaborone local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Botswanan passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia. |
| How to apply? | Online eVisa application |
What are requirements to get Cambodia evisa for Botswana citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Botswanan citizens:
- Your Botswana passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
- A soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
- A soft copy of your portrait photo (in jpeg format, meeting the Cambodia evisa photo requirements - 4x6cm, white background).
- An active email to receive Evisa
- A credit card/debit card to make payment.
Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Botswana
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Gaborone, Botswana.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 5864.1 km distance from Gaborone with 9 hours, 46 minutes flight)
Villa No.2E, Gamal Hemdan St/Charles De Gaulle St., Dokki, Giza, Egypt
Phone
+202 37629973/ +202 33351137
To call the embassy from Botswana, please dial +20
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Time Right Now
Gaborone: 06:47 AM, Wednesday 05 February 2025
Giza: 06:47 AM, Wednesday 05 February 2025
Time Difference: None
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Botswanan citizens
There are two available methods for Botswanan citizens and foreign passports living in Botswana to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Botswana? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Botswanan passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (69 USD ~ 937 BWP)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 13:00 PM, Botswana local time on 10 February 2025).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Botswanan nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 407 Pula(BWP)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 475 Pula(BWP)
Eligible ports of entry
Botswanan visitors holding a valid eVisa can enter at one of the following ports of entry and exit in Cambodia:
| Ports of entry/exit | Distance and travel time (from Gaborone Botswana) |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh International Airport | 9505.0 km / 5906.2 miles (15 hours, 50 minutes) |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 9487.1 km / 5895.0 miles (15 hours, 48 minutes) |
| Sihanoukville International Airport | 9341.0 km / 5804.2 miles (15 hours, 34 minutes) |
| Cham Yeam | 9317.2 km / 5789.4 miles (15 hours, 31 minutes) |
| Poipet | 9374.4 km / 5825.0 miles (15 hours, 37 minutes) |
| Bavet | 9616.1 km / 5975.2 miles (16 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Trapeang Kriel | 9729.1 km / 6045.4 miles (16 hours, 12 minutes) |
Botswana & Cambodia travel information
| Botswana | Cambodia | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 06:47 (05 February, 2025) | 11:47 (05 February, 2025) | There is no time difference between Botswana and Cambodia. |
| Population | 2,358,461 | 16,751,903 | 14,393,442 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | scattered clouds 35°C (Gaborone) | few clouds 29°C (Phnom Penh) | 6°C higher than Cambodia |
| Distance | Gaborone |
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Average distance is 9481 km or 5891 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is March 8, 2025 which will start in 1 month (Gaborone local time) |
Botswana Public Holidays 2025
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Botswana.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| International Women Day | Saturday, 08 March 2025 | 1 month |
| March Equinox | Thursday, 20 March 2025 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Eid el Fitr | Monday, 31 March 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Eid el Fitr Day 2 | Tuesday, 01 April 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Eid el Fitr Day 3 | Wednesday, 02 April 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Coptic Good Friday | Friday, 18 April 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Coptic Holy Saturday | Saturday, 19 April 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Coptic Easter Sunday | Sunday, 20 April 2025 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Spring Festival | Monday, 21 April 2025 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Sinai Liberation Day | Friday, 25 April 2025 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Botswana?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Botswana.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Botswanan nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Botswanan citizens is approximately (69 USD ~ 937 BWP) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Botswana?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 13:30 PM on 11 February 2025 (Gaborone local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Botswana, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.