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Botswana

Oceania & Africa · BW

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7 hours behind Korea

Landlocked in southern Africa, with the Kalahari covering much of it. The Okavango Delta, a river that spreads into the desert instead of reaching the sea, is on the UNESCO list.

CapitalGaborone
LanguagesEnglish, Tswana
CurrencyPula (BWP)
Standard timeUTC+2 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+267
Voltage230V / 50Hz
Plug typeD·G·M
Driving sideLeft-hand traffic
Emergency999 police · 997 ambulance · 998 fire
Domain.bw

Entry & visa

Entry conditions vary by nationality. Passport validity and safari bookings are sometimes checked.

Worth knowing

Traffic drives on the left. If you hire a car, junctions are where the habit slips — take the first few days slowly.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Botswana and Korea?

7 hours behind Korea (UTC+2). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Botswana?

Voltage 230V / 50Hz, Plug type D·G·M.

Q. Do I need a visa for Botswana?

Entry conditions vary by nationality. Passport validity and safari bookings are sometimes checked.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.