Botswana Travel Advisory 2026
Current U.S. State Department advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level. Advisory as of June 16, 2026.
Official source: travel.state.gov
US vs UK: how the advice compares
🇺🇸 United States — travel.state.gov
Level 2 of 4 · as of June 16, 2026
Latest UK update note: “New information about entry requirements for those entering from Ebola-affected regions ('Entry requirements' page).”
See all countries where the two governments disagree on the US vs UK comparison page.
Advisory level timeline
June 16, 2026 — current
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Latest official advisory as captured in our snapshot.
No advisory level changes recorded for Botswana since we began tracking in July 2026. We log every future change here, with dates and official change notes.
Is Botswana safe? What the official advisory says
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Crime
Petty crime and crimes of opportunity, primarily the theft of money and personal property, are common in Botswana. Potentially violent crimes are also common, including home invasions, break-ins, muggings, and “smash and grabs” from vehicles.
Condensed from the official State Department advisory of June 16, 2026 — read the full advisory before you travel.
Botswana travel advisory FAQ
What is the current travel advisory level for Botswana?
As of June 16, 2026, the U.S. State Department rates Botswana at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level.
What does Level 2 mean?
Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) — Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level.
When did the Botswana travel advisory last change?
The current advisory was published on June 16, 2026. No level changes have been recorded since we began tracking in July 2026 — this page will log every future change.
Does the UK government agree with the US advisory for Botswana?
The UK Foreign Office (FCDO) position: No overall travel warning (last updated June 1, 2026). The US and UK use different systems — the US assigns a 1–4 level, while the UK either advises against travel (entirely or in part) or issues no overall warning.
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