Botswana•AfricaMedical Treatment Visa (Temporary)
At a Glance
3 weeks
BWP P 800
3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Botswana does not have a specific 'Medical Visa' residence permit; medical entry is typically handled as a visitor visa category for those requiring specialist care.
This category is for foreign nationals seeking medical treatment, surgery, or specialist consultations in Botswana. It is processed as a visitor visa rather than a residence permit. Applicants must demonstrate a clear medical need and the financial capacity to cover their treatment and stay.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 3 months |
| Extension increments | 3 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Proof of medical appointment or referral from a Botswana facility
Proof of sufficient funds
Valid passport
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Proof of medical appointment/referral
Proof of sufficient funds
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Access to specialist medical care
- Option for multiple entry
Worth Knowing
- Not a residence permit
- Strictly for medical purposes
- Lack of medical referral
- Insufficient funds
Application Process
Obtain medical referral from Botswana facility
Apply for visitor visa at immigration office
Provide proof of funds
Extend stay if necessary via Chief Immigration Officer
Related visas
More visas in Botswana
- Exemption Certificate
Work
- Official Visa
Diplomatic
- Permanent Residence Permit
Residency
Humanitarian visas in other countries
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