Does Botswana have a digital nomad visa?
No — Botswana does not run a dedicated digital-nomad visa. Long-term stays generally go through a work-, study- or family-based permit, and the route is a moderate lift for a typical non-citizen mover.
The detail that matters: No DNV; residence via work/investment. Source-based tax (foreign income exempt), top 25%. Stable and safe.
Tax for foreign residents in Botswana
For a foreign earner, Botswana's income is treated lightly. The country uses a territorial or remittance basis, so foreign-source income is often left largely untaxed locally, with a headline top personal rate around 25%. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own situation with a cross-border professional before you move.
From visa to permanent residency
If you're thinking past a year or two, check whether the stay builds toward settlement: in Botswana, permanent residency is reachable after about 5 years of residence. Naturalization typically comes after roughly 10 years. Immigration rules change often, so treat these as directional and verify the current policy with official sources.
Healthcare and insurance
Healthcare access for a foreigner in Botswana is reasonably accessible. A mid-tier private health plan runs roughly $90 a month — most long-stay visas require proof of cover.