

covid19 & Botswana Travel
Please be aware that this is a rapidly changing environment and the protocols mentioned are subject to amendment as and when new information is available, or changes are advised.
Visas
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It should be noted that these guidelines do not negate in any way, from the current visa regime.
For more information please follow the link: http://www.botswanaembassy.org
Tourists Pre-Travel Requirements
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All travelers will be required to have a PCR COVID-19 Clearance Certificate issued by a recognised facility within no more than 72 hours before arrival in Botswana in line with the WHO Guidelines.
Arrival procedures
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Present the results of the PCR test at the airport
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Travelers will be screened & tested upon arrival in Botswana
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Those travelers who are symptomatic will be subject to mandatory testing and possible quarantine.
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Non-citizens of Botswana who do not meet the requirements will not be allowed to enter.
PCR Test Facilities
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Diagnofirm is a private laboratory based in both Maun and Kasane. Results will be released within 24 hours (except over weekends)
The costs for testing are as follows:
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Maun testing at BWP999 per person
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Guests departing Botswana via Kasane will get their results emailed to them (or the camp), and guests departing via Maun will receive an original certificate from Diagnofirm.
Results Waiting Period
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24 – 48 hours dependent on day of testing
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Most laboratories are closed over weekends and we would recommend a Thursday being the last weekday that testing is scheduled for.
Quarantine Facilities
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These are currently Government approved private facilities and the cost will be at the travelers’ expense.
Treatment Facilities (Severe symptoms)
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As Port Health Authorities are allowing evacuations to South Africa, this would be our recommendation.
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We highly recommend comprehensive Travel Insurance to cover medical evacuations.
On a Daily Basis
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Everyone in Botswana is required to wear a mask when in public.
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Santisation of hands and temperature testing will be conducted at all major points.
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We recommend travelling with sanitiser however it is easily available in Botswana.