Issuing Authority: Department of Road Transport and Safety Offices
Website: https://www.gov.bw/
Email: [email protected]
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Citizens who are at least 18 years old and hold a valid Botswana driver’s licence are eligible to apply for the IDL.
IDP Accepted:
- Botswana recognizes physical IDPs, as long as they meet the requirements set by the country’s traffic regulations.
Application Process:
- Gather basic documents:
- Photocopy of the front and back of your driver’s licence
- Passport-sized photographs (quantity may vary)
- Additional identification documents
- Complete application form: Fill out the IDP application form with accurate personal details.
- Submit application: Visit the designated office (Department of Road Transport and Safety Offices)
- Pay fee: Pay the processing fee specified by the authority. This may involve presenting a bill for service and payment receipt.
- Verification and Processing: The clerk will verify all submitted information and documentation. Once verified, the processing of the IDP will commence.
- Receive IDP: Upon completion of processing, the IDP will be issued to the applicant.
Validity:
- An IDP obtained in Botswana is generally valid for one year from the date of issue. If needed, it can be renewed, but the validity cannot exceed the expiration date of the domestic driving licence.
Accepted Countries:
- Botswana is a party to international conventions, such as the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. The IDP issued in Botswana complies with the standards set by these conventions.
Driving Licence Requirement:
- A driving licence issued by a member country of the SADC is recognised throughout these areas. Otherwise, you must be able to present both your IDP and your local driver’s licence when you travel.