Samoan visa for Botswanan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Botswanan passport holders visiting Samoa for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Botswanan citizens to enter Samoa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Samoa e-visa for Botswanan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Samoa visa on arrival for Botswanan citizens | Eligible | |
Samoa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Botswanan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Samoa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Samoa.
If you are looking for Samoa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Botswana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Samoa nearest your place of residence.
- Fukuoka: The Honorary Consulate of in Fukuoka, ~ 12765.99 kilometers (7932.42 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now).
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 13643.58 kilometers (8477.73 mi) away from Gaborone, Botswana. (Working hours: Close now).
Samoa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Samoa diplomatic mission offices to Botswana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Botswana traveling to Samoa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Botswana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 106 | N/A |
| 2009 | 110 | 3.77% |
| 2010 | 110 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 109 | -0.91% |
| 2012 | 113 | 3.67% |
| 2013 | 104 | -7.96% |
| 2014 | 108 | 3.85% |
| 2015 | 115 | 6.48% |
| 2016 | 121 | 5.22% |
| 2017 | 131 | 8.26% |
| 2018 | 148 | 12.98% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Samoa & Botswana comparison
Samoa's area is approximately 2,830 km2 (1,092 sq mi), while the area of Botswana is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi). This means Botswana is 200.26 times bigger than Samoa.
As of April 2024, Samoa's population is ~203731 people - 2,343,551 fewer people than the population of Botswana.
We have highlighted Samoa & Botswana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Samoa | Botswana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 203,731 | 2,547,282 | 2.3 million fewer people live in Samoa than Botswana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 3 | 34 | Samoa has 31 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Botswana. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 94 | 53 | Samoa passport holders can visit 41 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 31 | Samoan hosts 18 fewer foreign missions than Botswana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Botswana travel to Samoa in one year?
The number of visitors from Botswana visiting Samoa in 2018 was approximately 148.
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- Travel time: 41 hours 2 minutes
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