Botswana Work Permit — employer-applied; localisation test; up to 5 yearsfor 🇮🇪 Irish citizens travelling to 🇧🇼 Botswana
Irish citizens are required to obtain a Botswana Work Permit — employer-applied; localisation test; up to 5 years before travelling to Botswana. You must submit a formal application at the Botswana embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents9
- ✓Employer-lodged application (individuals cannot apply on their own behalf)
- ✓Signed employment contract stating position and salary
- ✓Employer proof the role was advertised locally (localisation/citizen-empowerment test)
- ✓Certified degree and professional qualification certificates
- ✓Police clearance certificate from your country of residence
- ✓Medical report and radiology (chest X-ray) report where required
- ✓Passport valid for the permit period plus passport photos
- ✓Company registration and tax records
- ✓Matching residence permit application for the holder and dependants (permit up to 5 years, renewable)
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a Botswana Work Permit — employer-applied; localisation test; up to 5 years, book an appointment at the nearest Botswana embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 45 days. The government fee is USD 110.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Botswana embassy or official government website before booking travel.
🌐Why Irish passport holders need a visa for Botswana
Irish citizens require a visa to enter Botswana based on the current immigration requirements set by Botswana's government. Irish passport holders must apply through the Botswana embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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