Aperçu
The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone oversees the U.S. relationship with Botswana, a model of democracy and good governance in Africa. The partnership is centered on public health, particularly the fight against HIV/AIDS through PEPFAR, as well as economic development and security cooperation. The U.S. is one of the largest purchasers of Botswana's diamonds.Lire plusLire moins
Services de Visa
The embassy provides a full range of nonimmigrant and immigrant visa services, facilitating travel for education, business, and tourism.
Services Consulaires
The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit offers passport, citizenship, and emergency services to the community of U.S. citizens in Botswana.
Soutien Commercial et à l'Exportation
The embassy's commercial section promotes U.S. exports and investment in Botswana, focusing on sectors like mining, tourism, and healthcare.
Opportunités d'Investissement
The embassy highlights opportunities for U.S. companies in Botswana's key sectors and encourages Batswana investment in the U.S. through the SelectUSA program.
Soutien aux Entreprises
The Economic Section works with Botswana to support its efforts to diversify its economy beyond diamonds and improve the investment climate for foreign businesses.
Programmes Culturels et Éducatifs
The Public Affairs section manages a variety of programs, including the Mandela Washington Fellowship (YALI) and Fulbright, to strengthen the deep people-to-people ties.
Informations sur les Rendez-vous
All routine consular services require an appointment booked online via the embassy's website.
Notes Spéciales
The U.S.-Botswana partnership on HIV/AIDS has been one of the most successful public health collaborations in the world, dramatically changing the course of the epidemic in the country.