Botswana travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on Aug. 19, 2025, 4:19 a.m.
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The following information has been provided by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information is subject to change without notice. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are urged to check the most up-to-date information and details.

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Entry information for travelers from Japan

No information available

COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was announced on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).

July 25, 2022, midnight

On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.

July 1, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

May 26, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

April 1, 2022, midnight

The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Aug. 13, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

No information available

Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

Gaborone: Leopard sightings near Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (August 12th)

Aug. 14, 2025, 12:05 a.m.
On August 12, the Botswana Wildlife and National Parks Department, Ministry of Environment and Tourism, and the Botswana Police Service confirmed the presence of a leopard near the airport and are currently conducting surveillance. People are being urged to stay away from bushes and other secluded areas, as leopards pose a threat to human life.

2. Future measures: Avoid entering bushes and remote areas around the airport.
- If you must visit, obtain the latest information from local authorities and relevant parties in advance and refrain from traveling alone.
If you happen to see a leopard or spot an animal you suspect may be a leopard, report it to the nearest wildlife office (Tel: 3960712/4) or the police (999).
- Always pay attention to your surroundings during your stay and make safety your top priority.


(contact address)
Consular Section, Embassy of Japan in Botswana Address: 4th floor Barclays House, Plot 8842, Khama Crescent, Gaborone, Botswana
Opening hours: 8:30-12:00, 14:00-16:30
Phone: (+267)-391-4456
FAX: (+267)-391-4468
E-mail: information@gr.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.botswana.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html