Malaysia visa for Botswana citizens

Botswana passport holders are fortunate to enjoy visa-free entry to Malaysia, simplifying travel for stays up to 30 days for tourist purposes. This convenient arrangement allows for an immersive exploration of Malaysia's diverse cultures and landscapes without the need for pre-arranged visas. Planning your journey from Southern Africa will involve a significant geographical shift, with travelers from Gaborone typically navigating long-haul flights that connect through major hubs like Dubai or Addis Ababa before arriving in Kuala Lumpur. Remember to factor in the six-hour time difference and ensure you have access to Malaysian Ringgit for local expenses, as you transition from the savannahs to the bustling metropolises and rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$500 / person
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 90 days)
90d$0
TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 30 days)
30d$0
TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 14 days)
14d$0
TouristSingle Entry Visa (Social Visit)
30d$10valid 3mo
Apply
TouristMultiple Entry Visa (Social Visit)
30d$10multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
5d$10valid 3mo
Apply
TouristeVISA (Tourist)
30dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristVisa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
BusinessVisit Pass (Short Term – Business, Visa‑Free with APEC Business Travel Card)
60d$0multiple-entry
BusinessMultiple Entry Visa (Business)
30d$10multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Pass (Education – Long Term)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyGuardian Pass (Accompanying Student)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyLong Term Social Visit Pass (Spouse/Family of Malaysian or Resident)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkEmployment Pass (Long Term Work)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
RetirementMalaysia My Second Home (MM2H) – Long‑Term Social Visit Pass
365dmultiple-entryvalid 10y
InvestorPremium Visa Programme (PVIP)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 20y
OtherLong‑Term Visit Pass (Other Long‑Term Stay Categories)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherSpecial Visa‑Free Entry for Holders of UN or Interpol Passports
90d$0

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