ExploEntry rules · Botswana → Italy
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Italy?
Yes. Citizens of Botswana need to get a visa in advance for Italy.
- Entry rule
- Visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the permit
- Botswana passport
- 113th of 197 · 47 visa-free
Before you go
- You need a visa before you travel. Apply through the embassy or consulate, or the visa centre it names.
- Expect to provide documents such as your passport, a photo, an itinerary and proof of funds, and sometimes an invitation. Biometrics may be taken in person.
- Processing often takes several weeks. Apply early and avoid non-refundable tickets until the visa is approved.
- Pick the visa type that matches your purpose: tourism, business, transit or study.
- A Schengen visa usually lets you travel across the whole Schengen Area. Apply to the country where you will spend the most time.
See also: the six-month passport rule and visa-free, visa on arrival, eTA and e-Visa explained.
Italy at a glance
- Capital
- Rome
- Currency
- Euro (€, EUR)
- Languages
- Italian
- Calling code
- +39
- Drives on the
- right
- Power plugs
- Type C, F, L · 230 V · 50 Hz
More: Italy travel guide · is my passport valid long enough? · Schengen 90/180 calculator
Right now in Rome
Next public holidays
Best time to visit Italy
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- F
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- A
- M
- J
- J
- A
- S
- O
- N
- D
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Warm days before and after the summer crush.
More from Botswana in Europe
How other passports get into Italy
- United StatesVisa-free
- United KingdomVisa-free
- IndiaVisa required
- CanadaVisa-free
- AustraliaVisa-free
- GermanyVisa-free
- FranceVisa-free
- SpainVisa-free
All passports for Italy · Going the other way: Italian citizens to Botswana
Questions
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Italy?
Yes. Citizens of Botswana need to get a visa in advance for Italy.
How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Italy?
The length of stay is set by the visa you receive, so check it when you apply. It is commonly 30 to 90 days for tourism, but it varies by country and permit type.
How do I apply for a Italy visa?
Apply through the embassy or consulate of the destination, or the visa centre it names, usually with your passport, photo, itinerary and proof of funds. Start several weeks before you travel.
How long must my passport be valid for Italy?
Many countries want at least 3 to 6 months of validity beyond the day you leave, and some also ask for blank pages. Our data does not list the rule for each country, so confirm it with the official immigration site before you book.
How up to date is this information?
Entry rules come from the open Passport Index dataset by Ilya Ilyankou (MIT), last updated 18 February 2026. Governments change rules often, so treat this as a guide and check with the embassy or the official immigration site before you book.
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Get the appSource: Passport Index dataset by Ilya Ilyankou (MIT), updated 18 February 2026. Always check official rules before you travel.