Citizenship by investment program
- Capital: Gaborone
- Population: ~2.4 million
- Language: English & Setswana
- GDP per capita: Approx. $ 18,000
- Currency: Botswana Pula (BWP)
- Member: African Union (AU), Southern African Development Community (SADC), SACU, ACP, UN, WTO
- Strategic Location: Gateway to SADC regional markets and links to South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe & international trade routes
- Visa Free Countries: Provides visa-free travel to South Africa, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Russia, and more up to 30-180 days
Citizenship by Investment & talent
Botswana is preparing to introduce a Citizenship by Investment (CBI) / “Golden Passport” program, expected to launch in 2026.
As part of its national strategy to diversify the economy beyond diamond exports and attract long-term foreign capital.
Important Note:
Final terms, timelines and eligibility may change after the 2026 launch.
OPTION 1
CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT-
Min. Investment: ~$ 75,000 – 90,000 Investment in approved housing and infrastructure, tourism, renewable energy and economic diversification projects.
Investment highlights
- Minimum investment: ~$ 75,000 – 90,000 citizenship for life
- Title deed ownership – you legally own the asset
- Full Botswana citizenship & passport
- Family inclusion under one application
- No minimum days-per-year stay requirement
- Politically stable democracy with strong rule of law
Key benefits
- Legal citizenship in Botswana
- Family inclusion (spouse & dependent children) in one permit
- Access to regional investment hubs and markets in Southern Africa.
- Stable jurisdiction for wealth preservation and regional expansion
- Clear pathway to citizenship
- Duty-friendly and investor-friendly regulatory environment.
Eligible family members
Main applicant
Spouse
Dependant children - (additional government fees per dependent)
Processing time
Approx. 4–9 months
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