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What Botswana border posts are open?

What Botswana border posts are open?

Ground crossings have resumed at the border posts of Tlokweng, Martin’s Drift, Pioneer Gate, Ramatlabama, Kazungula Road, Kazungula Ferry, Ngoma, Ramokgwebana, Mamuno, Mohembo, Bokspits, Kasane, Maitengwe, McCarthy’s, Point Drift, Plaatjan and Two Rivers.

Is Nakop border post open?

This border post is open 24 hours and is situated between Namibia (Ariamsvlei) and South Africa (N10 from Upington).

Which Namibian border posts are open?

South Africa / Namibia Border post times:

  • Ariamsvlei / Nakop – Open 24 hours a day.
  • Klein Menasse – Open 08:00 – 22:00.
  • Noordoewer / Vioolsdrif – Open 24 hours.
  • Aroab / Rietfontein – Open 08:00 – 16: 00.
  • Velloorsdrif / Onseepkans – Open 08:00-22:00.
  • Mata Mata – 08:00 – 16:30.
  • Trans Kalahari (Buitepos) / Mamuno – 07:00 – 24:00.

Is Pioneer border post open?

The Ministry of Nationality Immigration and Gender Affairs would like to inform the public that Pioneer Border Post which was temporarily closed yesterday (on 6 January 2021) is now open to the public. Meanwhile Tlokweng Border Post remains closed until further notice.

Which borders are open between South Africa and Botswana?

Botswana border with South Africa

  • Twee Rivieren.
  • Middelputs.
  • McCarthy’s Rest.
  • Makopong.
  • Bray.
  • Ramatlabama.
  • Skilpadshek.
  • Swartkopfontein.

What time does Nakop border close?

Namibia border posts information: Where and what times?

Namibia South Africa Opening hours
Noordoewer Vioolsdrift 24 hrs
Vellorsdrift Onseepkans 8:00 – 17:00
Ariamsvlei Nakop 24 hrs
Klein Menasse Rietfontein 8:00 – 16:30

What time do the borders close?

Closed Times – drivers won’t be able to cross the border, either way, between midnight of every day and 6AM. Inspection – random inspection checks will be conducted, where you will be pulled over by a uniformed police officer who will ask a few questions, before giving you the green light to proceed.

Are the South African borders open?

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on 11 November 2020 that “we are also opening up international travel to all countries subject to the necessary health protocols and the presentation of a negative Covid-19 certificate”.

What time does South Africa and Botswana border close?

Botswana / South Africa

Border Posts Business Times
Tlokweng 06:00 – 24:00
Ramotswa (Bridge) 07:00 – 18:00
Pioneer Gate 06:00 – 24:00
Ramatlabama 06:00 – 22:00

Can I cross the border from South Africa to Botswana?

Citizens of SA won’t need a visa for crossing a Botswana border post. TAKE NOTE: If you’re travelling with an emergency passport or any other kind of travelling document that’s NOT your passport, you will require a visa. Driver’s license: South African and international driver’s licenses are accepted.

Can I drive from South Africa to Botswana?

Can I drive from South Africa to Botswana? Yes, the driving distance between South Africa to Botswana is 397 km.

What do I need to cross the border from South Africa to Botswana?

  1. Visa requirements: Citizens of SA won’t need a visa for crossing a Botswana border post.
  2. Driver’s license: South African and international driver’s licenses are accepted.
  3. Vehicle insurance:
  4. Vehicle registration documents:
  5. Clearance certificate:
  6. Indication of origin:
  7. CUSTOMS.

Do you need a Covid test to enter South Africa?

What are the requirements for travellers travelling to South Africa by air? All travellers landing at these airports must present a PCR test which is not older than 72 hours from the time of departure from the country of origin to South Africa.