A Botswana work permit allows a foreign national to take up employment or a directorship in the country. We handle the application end-to-end so your start date is not held up by paperwork.
Whether you are an employer bringing in skills or an individual professional, we prepare a complete file and lodge it with the relevant authority on your behalf.
Who this is for
- Foreign professionals offered a role with a Botswana employer.
- Directors and shareholders who will be active in a Botswana company.
- Employers sponsoring overseas hires who need a compliant application.
How we help
- Confirm the correct permit category for the role.
- Prepare the employer and applicant documentation.
- Lodge the application and manage follow-up queries.
- Advise on dependants’ permits and renewals.
Typical documents & information
A general guide — exact requirements depend on your circumstances and the relevant authority. We give you a tailored checklist.
- Valid passport and passport photographs.
- Police clearance certificate.
- Certified qualifications and a current CV.
- Employer documents — registration, offer/contract and supporting letter.
The process
- Step 1
Eligibility check
We confirm the role, the applicant and the right permit category.
- Step 2
Documentation
We assemble employer and applicant documents to the required standard.
- Step 3
Lodgement
We submit the application to the relevant Botswana authority.
- Step 4
Follow-up
We track progress and respond to any requests until a decision issues.
Why work with Ronnie & Ronimod
One principal, start to finish
Ronnie Modiro Tsheko handles your file personally — you are not passed between desks.
In-country since 2009
A Gaborone-based practice with the local relationships to keep your matter moving.
An honest assessment
We tell you what is realistic up front — no guaranteed approvals, no invented timelines.
End-to-end coordination
Immigration, company setup, property and sector advisory handled under one roof.
Service areas
We are based at Plot 7470, Broadhurst Ext 27, Gaborone, and serve clients across Botswana. We regularly support foreign investors, professionals, families and visitors entering Botswana from abroad — much of the preparation is handled remotely, with in-country lodgement and follow-up managed from Gaborone.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a work permit take?
Processing times are set by the authorities and vary with the category and current volumes. We keep your file complete to avoid avoidable delays, but we do not quote guaranteed timelines.
Can my family come with me?
Dependants can generally apply for permits linked to the principal applicant. We can prepare those applications alongside yours.
Does my employer need to be registered in Botswana?
Yes. The sponsoring entity normally needs to be a registered Botswana company. We can also assist with company registration if needed.
What if I need to start urgently?
Ask us about emergency work permit facilitation, which is intended for genuine short-notice situations.
Ronimod provides facilitation and advisory support only. Approvals are made by the relevant Botswana authorities, subject to Botswana law and official eligibility requirements.