Lesotho Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
65
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
65
Visa required in advance
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Lesotho's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Lesotho tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Lesotho Visa-Free (65)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Lesotho without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Lesotho Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Visitor visa - single entry

    Single entry; approval letter issued as a 72-hour visa-on-arrival letter, visa endorsed at Maseru Port of Entry or Moshoeshoe I International Airportofficial sourcelesothoemb-usa.gov.ls ↗

    LSL 1,000 (~$60)

  • Visitor visa - multiple entry

    Multiple entryofficial sourcelesothoemb-usa.gov.ls ↗

    LSL 2,000 (~$119)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

FAQ

Lesotho Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Lesotho?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Lesotho visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Lesotho tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Lesotho without a visa?

65 countries can visit Lesotho without a visa in 2026, including: Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Barbados, Belgium, Belize. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Lesotho.

How do I apply for a Lesotho tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Lesotho, you typically need to apply at a Lesotho embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Lesotho without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Lesotho varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Lesotho Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Lesotho visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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