Ivory Coast Visa Requirements for Botswana Citizens

The Ivory Coast government has implemented a digital visa system (e-Visa) for travelers to visit the country easily. The Botswana visitors can enter Côte d'Ivoire for tourism and business purposes with an online visa.

In this article, we will explain how to apply for an Ivory Coast visa for Botswana citizens: visa requirements as well as e-visa service fees.

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Do Citizens of Botswana Need to have an Ivory Coast Visa?

Botswana is not on the list of countries excluded from Ivory Coast visa requirements. A visa is required to enter Ivory Coast from Botswana. As a result, Botswana citizens who intend to visit Ivory Coast for holiday or business have to get an Ivory Coast visa.

Batswana citizens may visit the Ivory Coast for particular purposes. At present, the Ivory Coast Government provides two kinds of Ivory Coast e-visas:

• Tourist e-visa: used to access Ivory Coast for tourism and other related activities. With multiple entries, this type of e-visa permits you to stay in Ivory Coast for up to 30 days on each trip from the day of your entry.
• Business e-visa: used to travel to Ivory Coast for business/commercial purposes. From the day of your entry, Botswana citizens are permitted to stay for 30 days on each trip for business matters. This visa also grants multiple entries.

Ivory Coast Visa Requirements For Botswana Citizens

Here's a list of things that you'll need to prepare in advance:

• 01 passport copy per applicant, the applicant's passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended time of arrival in the Ivory Coast.
• For visa certification, at least two blank pages should be available.
• A color photograph of the applicant (this photograph must show the applicant's complete face and formal attire).
• A return flight ticket to demonstrate that you have travel plans to return to your home country.
• Verify your accommodation reservation (if available).
• An email address where you can receive visa-related updates.

No worries if you can not adapt to the Ivory Coast visa requirements above. Let's find an alternative option at the Ivory Coast Embassy or Consulate near you to apply.

Ivory Coast e-visa requirements for Batswana citizens

How To Apply For Ivory Coast Visa From Botswana?

The Ivory Coast e-Visa online form should take no more than 20 minutes to complete for Botswana applicants. This form is relatively simple to understand and straightforward. Access the visa application form and follow step-by-step:

• Step 1: Decide which type of visa and the processing time.
• Step 2: Enter all of your personal information into the blank space. Confirm your information twice since typos or inaccuracies might result in the e-Visa being delayed or rejected.
• Step 3: Pick a method of payment and submit the application form.

Additionally, the e-visa service fee is variable depending on which of the following 3 options you select from the list below:

• Normal service: If you select this option, you will obtain your e-visa in three business days.
• Urgent service: You will obtain an e-visa within 48 business hours if you choose this option.
• Super-urgent service: the fastest e-visa service, that can grant your visa within as short as 24 working hours.

Ivory Coast e-visa for Botswana

Ivory Coast Visa Fee For Botswana Citizens

To qualify for an e-visa to Ivory Coast from Botswana, you must submit two (2) types of visa costs: the Service fee and the Government fee.

Payment method: You have two options for paying your bill: electronic payment (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Paypal) or wire transfer (Cyprus Banking).

We strongly urge you to prepare Travel Insurance in your itinerary if you plan a long trip. Travel insurance not only increases your chances of receiving a visa but protects your benefits in the event of unforeseen risks.

We hope that this information has helped you better understand the Ivory Coast eVisa for Botswana citizens. Please feel free to contact us if you have any issues so we can assist you as soon as possible.