Work Permit Renewal & Replacement Botswana : Ministry of Labour & Home Affairs
Name of the Organization : Ministry of Labour & Home Affairs
Type of Facility : Work Permit Renewal & Replacement
Country : Botswana
Website : https://www.gov.bw/
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Application for Renewal of Work Permit
Who qualifies for this service :
All expatriates who want to renew a work permit.
Related / Similar Service : Birth Registration Botswana
What does it take to apply for the service :
** Applicants must attach original work and residence permit.
** Permit must be renewed at least 3months before expiry date.
** There should be a job advert published.
** Advert must circulate for at least 14days.
** Advert should not be older than 6months.
What do I need to apply for the service as an employee :
** A valid trading license certified by an issuing officer
** Current Bank Statement certified by the bank
** Contract of employment
How much does it cost to apply :
P1500
How long does it take to get a renewal of a work permit ready :
30 working days after the date of application.
Where can I get the forms for work permit :
At any Labour office in the country near you.
Application for Replacement of a Lost Permit :
Who qualifies for this service :
All expatriates who has lost a work permit.
What does it take to apply for the service :
** Statement/Affidavit from the police stating how the permit got lost or damaged.
** Copy of the lost permit (if available).
** Cover letter to the regional office.
** If one is an employee, your employer should write the letter for you confirming you are still employed by the company.
** If one is a director, a fellow director should write the letter for you confirming that you still work with them in the company.
** Both letters must include the physical address and contact numbers.
** Submit a letter from them confirming that they are still employed by the company.
** Applicant should fill in a duplicate form (Form no.6) at the regional office.
** Forms should then be submitted to the nearest Regional Labour office.
What do I need to apply for the service as an employee :
** 2 passport size photos for submission to the Labour office.
** An extra 2 passport size photos are required for submission at the Immigration office if applicant has also lost their residence permit.
How much does it cost to apply for this service :
Replacement fee of : P1500
How long does it take to get a renewal of a work permit ready :
30 working days after the date of application.
Where can I get the forms for work permit :
At any Labour office in the country near you.
Who do I contact for this services :
Department of Labour and Social and Services
Private Bag 0072
Gaborone
Tel : 00267361 1500
Toll Free number : 0800 600 777
Time Zone : +2 GMT
Working Hours :
0730hrs -1245hrs
1345hrs -1630hrs