Botswana Work Permit — employer-applied; localisation test; up to 5 yearsfor 🇹🇷 Turkish citizens travelling to 🇧🇼 Botswana

📋Required Documents9

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  Employer-lodged application (individuals cannot apply on their own behalf)
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  Signed employment contract stating position and salary
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  Employer proof the role was advertised locally (localisation/citizen-empowerment test)
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  Certified degree and professional qualification certificates
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  Police clearance certificate from your country of residence
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  Medical report and radiology (chest X-ray) report where required
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  Passport valid for the permit period plus passport photos
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  Company registration and tax records
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  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 Turkish passport holders need a visa for Botswana

Turkish citizens require a visa to enter Botswana based on the current immigration requirements set by Botswana's government. Turkish 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.

🔗More Botswana Visa Options

• Botswana Residence Permit — retirees, self-funded, investors & dependants; up to 5 years →
• Botswana Tourist eVisa — online, ~USD 30, for non-waiver nationalities →
• Botswana Tourist Visa →