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Botswana Inmate Search & Prison Directory

Browse correctional facilities and prisons in Botswana. Find addresses, phone numbers, and official contacts for 2 facilities in this directory, plus emergency guidance for US citizens and families of detainees.

2Total Facilities
0Federal
0State / Provincial
0County / Local

About Botswana's Correctional System

Botswana's correctional system is managed by the Botswana Prison Service. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.

For US citizens detained in Botswana, contact US Embassy Botswana at +267 395 3982 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.

Key Botswana Prison Contacts

Agency / ContactLocationPhoneWebsite
Botswana Prison Service Botswana +267-395-1161 Visit Site
US Embassy Botswana Botswana +267 395 3982 Visit Site
US State Dept Emergency (from US) Washington DC 1-888-407-4747 Visit Site
Showing 2 facilities in Botswana
📍Francistown, North-East
👤800 Capacity
Main prison in Botswana's second city. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from the northern region.
📍Gaborone, South-East
👤1,800 Capacity
Botswana's main prison. Located in the capital. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners. Botswana has a relatively small prison population and the system is managed by the Botswana Prison Service under the Ministry of Justice.

Botswana Prison FAQ

Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Botswana, contact US Embassy Botswana at +267 395 3982 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Botswana at +267 395 3982 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Botswana. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Law Society of Botswana for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Botswana. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Botswana facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.

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