Botswana: Passport Fee Increase Postponed to January 2027

Gaborone — A press release from the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs has announced the postponement of the implementation of revised passport fees from November 1, 2026, to January 1, 2027.

The release says the decision is intended to allow Batswana more time to access passport services at the current fees, particularly in view of the upcoming festive season.

It further states that the review and adjustment of passport fees had initially been scheduled for implementation on April 1, 2026,…