Botswana is a landlocked country that was once a British colony. It lies in Southern Africa and is divided into 17 districts. Namibia, Angola, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa are its neighbors. Central, Kweneng, and Gaborone are the most important districts. With a total size of 581,730 square kilometers, Botswana is Africa's 23rd largest country. As a result, it is one of Africa's medium-sized countries. It has a generally flat topography and a semiarid climate. There are 2.2 million people in the city. Gaborone, the country's capital and most populated city, has a population of roughly 231,000 people. Francistown, Molepolole, and Serowe are also prominent cities in the country. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is the largest (GBE). It has a passenger volume of about 720,000 persons each year. It connects the country to African and Middle Eastern destinations. It is named after Botswana's first president, Sir Seretse Khama. In 1966, Botswana declared independence from the United Kingdom.
Botswana's culture is influenced by both indigenous traditions and colonial influences. The Christian faith is practiced by 79 percent of the population. English is the country's official language. Tribal languages and dialects are still widely spoken. Civil, common, and customary law combine to form the legal system. The government is structured as a parliamentary republic and every five years, elections are held.
The Botswana Pula (BWP) is the country's official currency, with a current exchange rate of BWP 11 to the US dollar. Botswana is a country with an open economy, with a GDP of $44.3 billion. This places it as Africa's 24th largest economy. It has a $18,654 per capita income. Services and agriculture are the two largest contributors to GDP. Mining is a big part of Botswana's economy. Orapa, the world's most productive diamond mine, is located in Botswana.
The Republic of Botswana is a fascinating place with a variety of activities. It is well-known for its diverse fauna and safari tours in national parks. The world-famous Okavango Delta, the Moremi Game Reserve, Kasane, and Francistown are just a few of the important destinations. The majority of the 270,000 tourists who visit each year come from nearby African countries, the United States, and Europe. The World Economic Forum has ranked Botswana 88th out of 141 countries for Travel and Tourism Competitiveness.
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Botswana announced its Impact Citizenship Program in September 2025, positioning it as one of Africa's most affordable CBI options with a minimum contribution starting at $75,000. The program was unveiled during the United Nations General Assembly in New York and is being developed in partnership with Arton Capital. Applications are expected to open in early 2026 once the legal framework is finalized. A key consideration is that Botswana currently restricts dual citizenship — a parliamentary amendment to the Citizenship Act is required to permit CBI applicants to retain their existing nationality. The program features a limited annual quota system to maintain program integrity and passport value. Funds are channeled toward development projects with measurable benefits to Botswana's economy and society.
The Botswana Impact Citizenship Program offers citizenship through a sovereign financial contribution. Launched in partnership with Arton Capital and announced at the UN General Assembly in September 2025, the program channels investment toward development projects with measurable economic and social benefits. A limited annual quota restricts the number of citizenships granted each year to maintain program integrity. Note: As of early 2026, the program is in its final regulatory phase pending a parliamentary amendment to permit dual citizenship for CBI applicants.
Applicants must pass comprehensive due diligence and background checks, demonstrate legal source of funds, and contribute between $75,000 and $90,000 to the sovereign fund. The program features a limited annual quota. A parliamentary amendment to the Citizenship Act to allow dual nationality for CBI applicants is required and pending.
According to the SovSpot Passport Ranking Index, the Botswanan passport is now ranked 61st. It allows citizens of 87 countries to travel without a visa. Visa-free travel and visa-on-arrival are available to Botswana passport holders in countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Israel, the United Kingdom, and Iran. Citizens of Botswana, on the other hand, need a visa to visit 142 countries across the world, including Thailand, Canada, Mexico, the United States, and the whole European Union. Because to the high visa requirement, the mobility score is medium.
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The number of countries Botswana passport holders can enter without a visa (i.e. visa-free countries) and those Botswana passport holders can enter by obtaining a visa on arrival (i.e. visa-on-arrival countries) or an electronic travel authorization is added up to determine the Botswana passport ranking relative to other global passports (eTA). There are now 57 visa-free countries for Botswana passport holders, 28 visa-on-arrival countries for Botswana passport holders, and 2 eTA destinations. Botswana passport holders can access a total of 87 countries without a visa, via a visa on arrival, or using an eTA. As a result, the Botswana passport is ranked 61 in the world.; In addition to these Botswana visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries, Botswana passport holders must apply for a physical visa or an eVisa to visit 142 other countries (i.e. visa required countries).
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