| Entry requirement summary | Allowed — Dogs and cats are allowed entry to Botswana with standard paperwork. |
|---|---|
| Required documentation | Import permit from Department of Veterinary Services, Health certificate (within 10 days), Rabies vaccination certificate, Export certificate endorsed by government vet, ISO 11784/11785 microchip registration |
| Quarantine requirement | No quarantine required |
| Last verified | Aug 24, 2026 |
Bringing a dog or cat to Botswana in 2026 falls into the easy category for international pet travel. Botswana is in Africa. Botswana does not routinely quarantine pets that arrive with complete paperwork.
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-08-24.
Beyond rabies, Botswana requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
Botswana requires an import permit from the Department of Veterinary Services obtained before travel. Rabies vaccination must be administered at least 30 days before travel. Health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by a government vet. No quarantine if documentation is complete. No breed-specific legislation published. Pets arrive via Sir Seretse Khama International Airport in Gaborone.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Botswana veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-08-24 from National Authority. Country code: BW.