Botswana
Travel Factsheet •
BWP
Currency
English
Language
+267
Calling Code
L
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 999
Ambulance: 998
Entry Requirements
Visa:
Visa-free entry for many nationalities; check specific requirements.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Mixed
ATMs:
Medium
Daily Budget:
$100
Tipping:
10% in restaurants is customary.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Common
Pharmacy:
Limited hours
Essential Phrases
Hello
Dumelang
Goodbye
Tsamaya sentle
Please
Tsweetswee
Thank you
Ke a leboga
Sorry
Ke maswabi
Things to Avoid
Neglecting to negotiate taxi faresNot carrying cash for small purchasesAssuming all areas are safe at night
Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Religion