Botswana passport Dubai visa price and requirements

Botswana passport holders can apply for a Dubai visa through White Sky Travel and receive a 30 or 60 day tourist visa, single or multiple entry, typically within one to three working days. Rates start at AED 450, four documents cover most cases, and our consultants manage the application with you on WhatsApp. Here is everything a Botswana traveller needs to know: cost, paperwork, timing, validity and what happens when the visa is about to expire.

Quick answer: a Dubai visa for a Botswana passport costs AED 450 for 30 days single entry, AED 650 for 60 days single entry, AED 800 for 30 days multiple entry and AED 1,000 for 60 days multiple entry. Processing takes 24 to 72 hours and the visa must be used to enter the UAE within 60 days of issue.

Do Botswana passport holders need a Dubai visa?

A prearranged visa is the standard route for most travellers, and it is the product we issue for Botswana passports. Some passports are stamped on arrival instead, and the list of eligible countries is updated periodically. Message us a photo of your Botswana passport on WhatsApp and we will confirm which rule applies before any payment is taken.

How much does a Dubai visa cost for Botswana citizens?

These are our current prices for a Dubai visa on a Botswana passport, checked in September 2026:

• 30 days, single entry: AED 450
• 60 day tourist visa, single entry: AED 650
• 30 days, multiple entry: AED 800
• 60 days, multiple entry: AED 1,000

The shortest UAE tourist visa is 30 days; there is no shorter tourist visa. Fees are not refundable on rejection, since the government charge is paid the moment the application is lodged.

Does a Botswana passport need a deposit?

A refundable security deposit may apply for some nationalities. This is independent of the visa cost, refunded once you depart the UAE, and we tell Botswana applicants in advance whether one applies.

Instalment plans for UAE residents

If you live in the UAE and are sponsoring a relative or friend holding a Botswana passport, the fee can be paid through Tabby over up to 12 months, Tamara on extendable terms, or a UAE credit card in 3, 6, 9 or 12 monthly instalments subject to your bank. Everyone else is sent a secure payment link online.

Paperwork for a Dubai visa

Share these items on WhatsApp and we will confirm whether we can proceed, typically within the hour:

1. Front page and back cover of the passport, six months validity minimum. Applications are most frequently sent back because the back cover was left out.
2. A recent colour photograph, white background, passport dimensions, no glasses.
3. Confirmed two way flight booking. We can book the flights on your behalf if needed.
4. If the applicant is a minor, a birth certificate. Certain passports additionally need a national ID card copy.

Depending on nationality, a six month bank statement may be requested. If that applies to Botswana applicants, a UAE resident family member can provide theirs instead. Bear in mind that immigration officers sometimes ask arriving passengers to show they can fund their stay, so keep a card or cash accessible.

Sponsor requirements

Sponsors based in the UAE send their passport and residence visa copies with six months validity, front and back of the Emirates ID, and complete the guarantee form at applyvisa.app. The sponsor’s bank statement can stand in for the applicant’s where one is required, but this applies to family members only, not friends.

How to apply for a Dubai visa from Botswana

1. Message +971 52 292 1011 or +971 4 220 2133 on WhatsApp with your documents. We verify everything and advise on the best option for your dates.
2. Make the payment through the link we send. The application goes to immigration as soon as payment clears and documents are approved.
3. We lodge the application and track it. Approval for Botswana passports usually takes 24 to 72 hours; immigration can sometimes extend this or ask for more paperwork.
4. Once approved, we send the visa PDF on WhatsApp. Show it at check in and at UAE immigration together with your passport.

Key dates to remember

The permit is valid for entry for 60 days from issue. The 30 or 60 day stay is measured from entry, not from issuance. Choose single entry for a straightforward visit, or multiple entry if you plan to hop to Oman, Saudi Arabia or Qatar and come back. The visa is for visiting only and does not allow you to take up work.

Overstay rules in 2026

Visitors do not receive any grace days after the expiry date. An expired visa attracts AED 50 per day in fines from day one, and the rate is the same everywhere in the UAE. After 30 days of overstay, an exit permit costing about AED 250 to 300 becomes necessary as well. We send Botswana clients a reminder on WhatsApp before the visa expires so that you can extend or exit in time.

Extending a Dubai visa for Botswana passport holders

A 30 day visa can be extended three times for 30 days each, and a 60 day visa twice for 30 days each, with no exit required. Combined stay is capped at 120 days. When the extensions are used up, Botswana visitors must exit and return on a fresh visa, either by a same day flight or by the Oman bus route. Apply for the extension ahead of the expiry date, ideally a week before.

Another route for Botswana passports

For Botswana travellers who prefer it, the Sharjah 60 day single entry visa costs AED 1,200 and carries no deposit. It works for the entire country, including Dubai. We will advise on WhatsApp whether this suits Botswana citizens better than the standard visa.

How to keep your application on track

• Missing passport back cover. Include it with your first message to avoid resubmission.
• Passport validity under six months. Renew before applying.
• Low resolution photos of documents, which immigration may reject.
• Previous overstays, unpaid fines or improperly cancelled visas. Tell us about any past UAE history so we can advise honestly before you pay.
• Single name passports. If your Botswana passport shows only one name and no supporting document shows a full name, the visa cannot be processed, so contact us before paying.
• Tight timelines. Three working days is the minimum, and peak seasons need more.

Botswana passport Dubai visa FAQ

When will I receive my visa?

Most applications are approved within 24 to 72 hours. Processing time is decided by immigration and can be longer if additional documents are requested, so apply at least three working days before travel.

Cheapest Dubai visa option?

The 30 day visa is AED 450 single entry or AED 800 multiple entry, with Indian and Filipino passports at AED 400 and AED 750. Some nationalities may also need a refundable deposit.

What does the 60 day visa cost?

The 60 day visa costs AED 650 single entry or AED 1,000 multiple entry, and AED 600 or AED 950 for Indian and Filipino passports.

Are financial documents needed?

Only for certain nationalities. A UAE resident family member’s statement is accepted in those cases. Regardless, carry a card or cash on arrival in case immigration asks for proof of funds. WhatsApp us to check the rule for Botswana.

What if I want to stay longer?

Yes, without exit. Three extensions on a 30 day visa, two on a 60 day visa, 30 days each, capped at 120 days total. Beyond that, an exit and re entry is required. Apply before the visa expires.

Are there any grace days?

There is no grace period. Fines of AED 50 per day begin immediately after expiry, and an exit permit costing roughly AED 250 to 300 is needed if the overstay exceeds 30 days.

Refund policy on rejection?

No. Visa fees, including the service fee, are not refundable if immigration rejects the application, because the government charge is paid at submission. You may reapply after addressing the reason for refusal.

What about children on Botswana passports?

Yes. Each child needs their own visa and pays the same fee as an adult. Send the child’s passport, photo and birth certificate on WhatsApp along with the parents’ documents.

Can I look for a job on this visa?

Employment is not allowed on a tourist visa. Job seekers can meet employers, but a work permit and residence visa are required before starting work.

Ready to apply? Message us

Message us on WhatsApp at +971 52 292 1011 or +971 4 220 2133 with your Botswana passport scan and travel dates. Expect a reply with the confirmed price, requirements and a payment link or instalment plan. White Sky Travel and Tourism LLC is a licensed Dubai travel agency at Room 202, Royal Class Building, Dubai Investment Park 1, Dubai, and we also arrange flights, hotels, travel insurance and UAE attraction tickets for your trip.