Why invest in Botswana
- Strong governance and stable currency
- Freehold and state-grant land
- Low crime
Can foreigners buy?
Foreigners can buy freehold land. Tribal land is reserved for citizens.
How buying works
- Offer and sale agreement
- Conveyancer prepares transfer
- Pay transfer duty
- Register at the Deeds Registry
Costs to budget for
Transfer duty for non-citizens is higher — budget 5–10%.
Hotspots
Rules change. This guide is general information, not legal advice — always use an independent local lawyer. Find a lawyer in Botswana.