How much alcohol can I bring into Botswana?
2 L wine, plus 1 L spirits. You must be 18 or over.
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Quick answer
Alcohol: 2 L wine, plus 1 L spirits (age 18+). Tobacco: 200 cigarettes, plus 20 cigars, plus 250 g tobacco.
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Alcohol
2 L wine, plus 1 L spirits
Minimum age: 18
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Tobacco
200 cigarettes, plus 20 cigars, plus 250 g tobacco
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Vapes and e-cigarettes
Not stated on the Botswana Unified Revenue Service page. Some countries ban vapes outright, so check before you travel.
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Food, plants and animals
Not stated on the Botswana Unified Revenue Service page. Declare all food, plants and animal products on arrival.
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
How many cigarettes can I bring into Botswana?
200 cigarettes, plus 20 cigars, plus 250 g tobacco.
Source: burs.org.bw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Can I fly to Botswana with a power bank?
Yes, in your carry-on only: up to 100 Wh each, at most 2 power banks, and no recharging on board. That is the international rule from 27 March 2026; your airline may be stricter.
Source: IATA guidance on the ICAO rule, checked 6 Nov 2026