LesothoTogo
Basotho passport · policy checked 5 Jul 2026
Visa-free
Nothing to arrange. Visa-free for up to 30 days for nationals of African Union member states under Togo's visa-exemption decree adopted by the Council of Ministers on 26 May 2026 (effective 18 May 2026), which exempts nationals of all African states from an entry visa for stays of up to 30 days.
30
days
max stay per entry
0
visa fee
free entry
1
document
your valid passport
0
forms
no application, no appointment
Policy note
An online travel declaration at voyage.gouv.tg must be completed at least 24 hours before arrival and the resulting travel slip presented at border checkpoints; ECOWAS members instead retain their 90-day visa-free privilege.
Confirmed by the official Togolese Embassy (Bern, Switzerland) notice and the 26 May 2026 Council of Ministers communiqué. (verified 2026-07)
Entering Togo on a Basotho passport
- Travel with your valid Basotho passport - no visa, no application.
Togo visa types
Visa d'Immigration - Regroupement Familial (Family Reunification Immigration Visa)Family
90 daysmultiple entry5d processing~$108valid 90donline
Enables sustainable settlement in Togo for the purpose of family reunification with a legally residing family member.
Subcategory of the Immigration Visa. Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31-90 days multiple entry. Long-term stay requires a residence permit (carte de séjour). Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Official page ↗Visa d'Immigration - Études/Stage (Study/Internship Immigration Visa)Student
90 daysmultiple entry5d processing~$108valid 90donline
Enables foreign nationals to settle in Togo for study or internship purposes on a sustainable basis.
Subcategory of the Immigration Visa. Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31-90 days multiple entry. Applicants must also obtain a Togolese residence permit (carte de séjour étudiant: 1-year at 100,000 XOF, 3-year at 250,000 XOF) to remain long-term. Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Official page ↗Visa d'Immigration Professionnel (Professional Immigration Visa)Work
90 daysmultiple entry5d processing~$108valid 90donline
Enables sustainable settlement in Togo for the purpose of professional activity and employment.
Subcategory of the Immigration Visa intended for those establishing themselves professionally in Togo. Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31-90 days multiple entry. Long-term stay requires a residence permit (carte de séjour ordinaire or privileged). Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.
Official page ↗Visa de Courtoisie (Courtesy Visa)Diplomatic
multiple entry5d processingfreeonline
Issued free of charge to official representatives for diplomatic missions and official visits under bilateral or multilateral agreements.
Issued free of charge (0 XOF) for all durations, multiple entry. Reserved for official diplomatic representatives and mission personnel. Long-term courtesy visas exempt holders from the standard visa requirement. Bilateral agreements also exempt holders of diplomatic and service passports from several countries from any visa requirement altogether.
Official page ↗Togo visa for Basotho citizens - FAQ
Do Basotho citizens need a visa for Togo?
No visa is required for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Basotho citizens stay in Togo?
Basotho passport holders can stay in Togo for up to 30 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Basotho citizens need for Togo?
A valid passport is all Basotho citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 30 days).
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