Missionary/Religious Worker Residence Permit (Form 15)

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Missionary/Religious Worker Residence Permit (Form 15)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 month

Application Fee

1,500 BWP

Stay Duration

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This permit is for individuals entering Botswana to perform recognized religious or missionary duties for a registered host institution.

This permit facilitates the entry of religious workers into Botswana to serve under registered local institutions. Applicants must provide proof of their religious credentials and formal sponsorship from the host organization. The permit is renewable but restricts the holder to the specific duties outlined by the sponsor.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Recognized host church or religious institution in Botswana

Ordination or relevant theological credentials

Sponsorship from the host institution

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Form 15

Form 3 (Medical Report)

Certified ordination certificate

Theology/pastoral education certificate

Registration certificate of the host church

Letter of support/sponsorship from the church

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows for long-term religious service
Dependents permitted

Worth Knowing

Work is strictly limited to the sponsoring institution
Fees are non-refundable
Unregistered host institution
Lack of formal theological credentials

Application Process

Secure sponsorship from a registered Botswana religious institution

Complete Form 15 and Form 3

Submit application to Department of Immigration

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Overview

This permit is for individuals entering Botswana to perform recognized religious or missionary duties for a registered host institution.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Recognized host church or religious institution in Botswana

Ordination or relevant theological credentials

Sponsorship from the host institution

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Form 15

Form 3 (Medical Report)

Certified ordination certificate

Theology/pastoral education certificate

Registration certificate of the host church

Letter of support/sponsorship from the church