Botswana Travel Advice for British Nationals
Latest Travel Advice for Botswana - If you are a national of the United Kingdom and travelling to Botswana, always check the latest travel advice for Botswana from any of the government travel advice websites:
- Australian Government Travel Advice for Botswana
- British Government Travel Advice for Botswana
- Canadian Government Travel Advice for Botswana
- US Government Travel Advice for Botswana
If you require information such as Batswana consulate contact details , visa info for Botswana, and other travel information please use the dropdown menu, below.
Latest Travel Health Advice for Botswana - Before travelling to Botswana from the United Kingdom you should ensure that you are up to date with the correct medical and immunization requirements for Botswana by learning more about Travel Health Advice for Botswana.
Buy Travel Insurance for Botswana - Purchase an appropriate travel insurance for Botswana in the United Kingdom to meet hospital treatment, medical evacuation and almost any activities, for example adventure physical activities, which you propose to do in Botswana.
Register Your Details At Local Batswana Embassy in the United Kingdom - Ahead of heading for Botswana register your travel and contact info on the internet or at your local embassy or consulate when you first arrive in Botswana, so they can speak to you in an emergency.
Tips on Travel Vaccinations for British Nationals Travelling to Botswana
- Before leaving the United Kingdom to Botswana, discuss your holiday plans with a health professional to make sure you have the appropriate vaccinations.
- Ensure to make an appointment with your doctor eight weeks before departing the United Kingdom.
- Research what diseases are prevelant in Botswana before going.
- If vaccinations are unable to keep you immune from certain diseases look for preventative medications.
- Check online to see what vacinations are needed for certain areas in Botswana.
- Botswana may require you to take vaccinations, make sure you are able to provide proof of vaccinations.
- Inquire essential information on vaccinations for Botswana, such as what vaccinations are needed and what diseases are prevalent prior to leaving the United Kingdom.
What Are The Things British CItizens Need to Know About The Batswana Local Laws?
When travelling in Botswana, please remember you are subject to all local laws and penalties in Botswana, including those that may appear harsh by British standards. We have listed some of the laws, which travellers to Botswana need to know, however, there are other laws which you need to be aware of. Research local laws in before travelling.
If you are arrested or jailed in Botswana, the staff from the British consulate can generally help you. However, remember the British consular staff cannot get you out of trouble or out of jail.
Drugs - Penalties for drug offences in Botswana are severe. If you are convicted of drug offences in in Botswana, you can get a long jail sentence.
When in Botswana, it is always best to carry a photo ID, such as your passport or driver’s licence. Police may conduct random checks, particularly at borders.
What Are The Crimes Committed Against Tourists in Botswana?
Petty theft in the form of pickpocketing, bag snatching, and scams are the most common crime tourists encounter in Botswana. Incidents of petty theft in Botswana are highest in Gaborone, which is one Botswana’s biggest city and one of its most popular tourist destinations.
Be aware, there were some violent attacks against tourists in Botswana by groups of young people. These attacks happened late at night around major tourist attractions.
As a general rule, to protect yourself from a crime:
- Avoid walking in quiet and poorly lit streets, especially at night.
- Keep your car doors locked.
- Keep luggage and valuables out of sight.
- Use ATMs in secure locations such as banks and shopping centres.
- Keep your ATM and credit cards in your sight.
- Monitor local sources for information about possible safety or security risks.
- Petty crime.
What Are The Things You Need to Know Before Travelling to Botswana?
If you have a health condition, or you are pregnant, you may need specialist healthcare when in travelling in Botswana. Check whether the health care providers in Botswana can provide the healthcare you may need and ensure you have appropriate travel insurance for unexpected medical evacuation or local treatment.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or purchased in the United Kingdom can be different in Botswana. If you’re travelling with prescription or over-the-counter medicine, learn more about travelling with medicines in Botswana. For further information on the legal status of a specific medicine, you will need to contact the Batswana embassy or consulate.
It is recommended to take out appropriate travel insurance for Botswana to cover any unexpected emergencies. Not all travel insurance policies are the same and not all the travel insurance policies cover all health-related costs, for example, medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment and non-urgent treatment. Read more about what your travel insurance should cover.
What Are The Pre-Travel Vaccines You Need to Be Aware of When Going to Botswana?
You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in Botswana. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for your upcoming trip to Botswana.
- Yellow Fever - Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - It is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).
- Measles - Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.
- Hepatitis B - Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver spread through blood or other bodily fluids.
- COVID-19 - It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.
- Influenza - Seasonal influenza occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year round in the tropics.