Southern Africa, capital Gaborone

How to Apply to Universities in Botswana (2027): Step by Step

Foreign students in Botswana apply for a study visa, which requires a letter of acceptance, a study or research permit and proof of sponsorship and is processed in seven to fourteen days, and for a residence permit costing P1,500 and completed in thirty working days. At the University of Botswana, students from any African country pay the resident rate, from BWP 28,200 a year for a bachelor's degree, while non-resident students pay BWP 56,100 to BWP 82,500.

Verified 15 Sep 2026 Sources
Public tuition, per year
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international students
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typical range
Work during study
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Post study work
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after graduation
Intakes
August
main application cycles

Degree study in Botswana

  1. Apply to the university (University of Botswana application fee BWP 250).
  2. Receive the letter of acceptance and arrange sponsorship.
  3. Apply for the study visa with passport pages, photos, covering letter, travel and accommodation details, acceptance letter, study or research permit and proof of sponsorship (7 to 14 days).
  4. Apply for a residence permit with sponsorship letter, admission letter and school fees receipt (P1,500, 30 working days).
Sources, checked 15 September 2026
  1. https://www.gov.bw/visa-applications/visa-application-study-visa
  2. https://www.gov.bw/residency-and-work/residence-permit-application
  3. https://www.ub.bw/sites/default/files/2026-07/Financial-Procedures-and-Fee-Schedule-2026-2027.pdf
  4. https://www.ub.bw/study/undergraduate/how-apply-admission
  5. https://www.ub.bw/sites/default/files/2026-04/A-GUIDE_TO-PROSPECTIVE-APPLICANTS-2026-UNDEGRADUATE-14042026.pdf