Botswana eVisa Photo Requirements and Size Guide
Get the right photo for your Botswana eVisa application by following official size and submission rules.
Official Size and Dimensions
Form 1 has a photo box measuring 3 by 4 cm (30 by 40 mm, about 1.18 by 1.57 inches)[1]. The tourism visa instructions request two recent color passport-size photos[2].
The official Form 1 labels a photo box measuring 3 centimeters by 4 centimeters[1]. Government instructions require you to provide two recent color passport-size photos[2].
Because head height and eye line measurements are not set by the authority, you should center your face clearly within the frame[2][1]. Make sure your entire head and the top of your shoulders are visible in the final image.
Background and Lighting
The official Form 1 labels a photo box 3 cm by 4 cm but does not specify a background color[1]. Government visa instructions require two recent color passport-size photos, but they do not list a required solid background tint[2][1].
To get a clean background at home, stand in front of a plain, light-colored wall. Avoid patterned walls, shadows, or objects behind you.
Good lighting helps the government see your face clearly. Face a bright window to get soft, even natural light on both sides of your face. Avoid overhead lights that cast harsh shadows under your nose or chin.
Glasses, Headwear, and Facial Expression
Rules for glasses are unspecified by the authority for this visa type[2][1]. However, to avoid glare or reflections that hide your eyes, you may want to remove your glasses before taking the picture.
Headwear is also unspecified by the authority[2][1]. If you wear a head covering for religious or medical reasons, make sure it leaves your face completely visible from the bottom of your chin to the top of your forehead.
Neutral expression and mouth closed rules are not set by the authority[2][1]. It is always best to keep a calm face with your mouth closed and look straight ahead at the camera lens.
Rules for Children and Infants
Applying for a visa for a child requires careful attention to framing and positioning. No separate child photo specifications were found in the official guidelines[1].
If you take a photo of an infant or young child, lay them on a plain white or light blanket if they cannot sit up alone. Stand directly above them and hold the camera steady.
Make sure the child has their eyes open and faces the camera. You can use the tool above to crop the image to the exact 30 by 40 millimeter requirement.
Submission Methods and File Rules
The tourism visa supports online application through the eVisa portal as well as paper application[2]. You can choose the method that works best for your travel plans.
If you apply online, supporting documents are submitted in one PDF file[2]. No separate digital image dimensions or file limits were found in the official rules[2][1].
When submitting paper applications, you must bring your physical printed photos to the issuing office. Always check your application form to see which submission path you need to follow.
How to Take and Print Your Photo
You can easily prepare your photo at home with a smartphone or digital camera. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture instead of taking a selfie, because selfies distort facial features.
Keep the camera at your eye level about 1 to 1.5 meters away from your face. Stand up straight, relax your shoulders, and look directly into the camera lens.
Once you take a good picture, you can use the tool above to crop your photo to the official 30 by 40 millimeter size. If you need printed copies, you can save the resulting sheet and print it as an ordinary 4 by 6 inch photo at a local store kiosk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the exact size for a Botswana eVisa photo?
Does the government require a specific background color?
The official Form 1 labels a photo box 3 cm by 4 cm but does not specify a background color[1].
Are digital file limits specified for online uploads?
Can I apply online or on paper?
The tourism visa supports online application through the eVisa portal as well as paper application[2].
Are there special photo rules for babies?
No separate child photo specifications were found in the official rules[1].