TokelauBotswana: Visa-free
Tokelau
Botswana
Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Botswana?
Visa-free
No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Botswana for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.
Tokelau does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a New Zealand passport. See the New Zealand passport.
Source: gov.bw (checked July 20, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Botswana passport holders visiting Tokelau: Visa required.
Other visa-free destinations for New Zealand passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Botswana?
No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa to visit Botswana for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Botswana without a visa?
Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.
What currency is used in Botswana?
Botswana pula (BWP).
What is the emergency number in Botswana?
911 / 997 / 998 / 999.
What time zone is Botswana in?
Gaborone (UTC+2).
What is the nearest airport to Gaborone?
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE), about 11 km away.
How many countries can enter Botswana without a visa?
146 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Botswana visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.