Botswana
How Botswana performs
Tax
Lighter than most. Taxes here are below average: Botswana is 33rd of 123. Most people keep a good share of their income and business profit. Personal income tax 0-25%, corporate tax 15-22%, VAT 14%.
Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)
Safety
Safe. Botswana is safer and more stable than most countries we cover (44th of 117).
Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index
Cost of Living
Affordable. Everyday life costs less here than in most countries we cover: Botswana is 26th of 118.
Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Education
Weak education. Botswana has one of the weakest education systems in the index, 98th of 120. Families will likely need international or private schooling.
Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index
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The detail behind the scores
Taxation
| Corporate income tax | 15-22% Applicable tax rate varies based on nature of the business |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 0-25% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income and residency status |
| Standard VAT | 14% |
Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.
Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway
- Residence for naturalization
- 10 years
- Language requirement
- YesProficiency in the Setswana language
- Investment Immigration Pathway
- Botswana Long-term Investor Permit
- Official language
- EnglishSetswana is also a national language
- Dual citizenship
- Allows with conditions
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