Starting a business in Botswana means more than registering a company. We help you get from idea to operating — structure, registration, tax, banking, premises and people.
Botswana is an English-speaking, stable jurisdiction that is straightforward to set up in. We help you do it correctly the first time.
Who this is for
- Entrepreneurs launching a new venture in Botswana.
- Foreign businesses establishing a local presence.
- Owners who want the setup handled while they focus on the business.
How we help
- Advise on structure and register your entity.
- Arrange tax registration and support banking.
- Help secure premises or industrial land.
- Coordinate licences and work permits for your team.
Typical documents & information
A general guide — exact requirements depend on your circumstances and the relevant authority. We give you a tailored checklist.
- Director and shareholder identification.
- Description of the business and intended activities.
- Premises or location requirements.
- Proof of funds where relevant.
The process
- Step 1
Plan
We confirm the structure and the approvals your business needs.
- Step 2
Register
We incorporate the entity and arrange tax registration.
- Step 3
Set up
We support banking, premises and required licences.
- Step 4
Staff
We coordinate work permits for foreign team members.
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 easy is it to set up a business in Botswana?
Botswana is widely regarded as one of the more straightforward places in the region to do business; the official language of business is English. We handle the steps for you.
What does a complete setup involve?
Typically company registration, tax registration, a bank account, any licences, premises and permits for foreign staff.
Can you help me find premises or land?
Yes. We can source commercial premises or industrial land as part of your setup.
Do you support foreign owners specifically?
Yes — most of our clients are foreign investors, and we coordinate the immigration side alongside the company.