Which border posts are open to Botswana?
Which border posts are open to Botswana?
South Africa – Botswana Border Posts
| South Africa Border Post | Opening Hours | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Pont Drift – Mashatu | 07:00 – 16:00 | 015-575 1056 |
| Parr’s Halt – Stockpoort B | 08:00 – 18:00 | 014-763 4586 |
| Sikwane – Derdepoort B | 06:00 – 19:00 | 014-778 0725 |
| Tlokweng Gate – Kopfontein | 06:00 – 00:00 | 018-365 9055 |
How many border posts does Botswana have?
Always remember that there are two crossings at each border control point, an exit and an entry….Botswana / Zimbabwe.
| Border Posts | Business Times |
|---|---|
| Kazungula Road | 06:00 – 20:00 |
| Pandamatenga | 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Maitengwe | 07:00 – 16:30 |
| Ramokgwebana | 06:00 – 22:00 |
What are the borders of Botswana?
Botswana is bounded by Namibia to the west and north (the Caprivi Strip), Zambia and Zimbabwe to the northeast, and South Africa to the southeast and south.
Is Lobatse border post open?
The border post for Botswana, crossing over from South Africa en route to Lobatse, Botswana. For South Africans coming to Botswana a valid passport book and vehicle papers for your car are needed. Any goods acquired outside the country must be declared at the border gate.
Can I drive from South Africa to Botswana?
Yes, the driving distance between South Africa to Botswana is 397 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from South Africa to Botswana.
Can I use rands in Botswana?
Botswana Banks accepts the following foreign currencies: US Dollars, Pounds Sterling, Euro and South African Rands in cash. Credit and debit cards, including International Visa and MasterCard, are accepted at most lodges.
Is Pontdrift border post open?
Please note that the Pont Drift Border Post opens at 08h00 and closes at 16h00. These times are strictly enforced. All road transfers are based per vehicle one way.
Is Mohembo border post open?
Mohembo Border Post (NAM/BOTS) 06h00-18h00.
What is the border post between South Africa and Botswana?
The border between Botswana and South Africa is 1,969 kilometres (1,223 mi) long. More than 90% of the border follows rivers, including the Nossob, Molopo, Marico and Limpopo….Crossings.
| Botswana | Border post | Ramatlabama |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | Road | N18 |
| Border post | Ramatlabama | |
| Opening hours | 06:00–22:00 |
What do I need to cross the border into Botswana?
- Visa requirements: Citizens of SA won’t need a visa for crossing a Botswana border post.
- Driver’s license: South African and international driver’s licenses are accepted.
- Vehicle insurance:
- Vehicle registration documents:
- Clearance certificate:
- Indication of origin:
- CUSTOMS.
Why is Botswana and Namibia fighting?
Botswana and Namibia had a long-running dispute about ownership of the Kasikili / Sedudu island in the Chobe River, which forms part of the border between the two countries. Namibia has been critical of Botswana’s “shoot to kill” policy against wildlife poachers.
Are there any border posts open in Botswana?
All border posts open daily. In a measure to protect Botswana’s wildlife and livestock from foot and mouth disease, all people driving around Botswana will be required to walk over specially disinfected cloths at the veterinary gates. Vehicle tyres will also be sprayed.
Do you need a passport to enter Botswana?
Valid passport. Note that a certified copy is acceptable at the border post. Persons whose vehicles are still being financed by the bank will not have original vehicle registration papers.
Do you need Pula to cross border in Botswana?
To ensure you stay healthy while travelling in Africa, you will need prophylactic Malaria treatment as the risk in Botswana is high. Currency: Botswana’s currency is the Pula. In other words, you should budget for about P180 for a return trip across one of Botswana’s border posts.
How much does it cost to travel from Botswana to South Africa?
In other words, you should budget for about P180 for a return trip across one of Botswana’s border posts. You may have goods to the value of R500 within the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) area, and outside the SACU area, you may have goods to the value of R3 000.
