How To Apply For World War II Veterans Allowance in Botswana?

Organization : Department of Social Protection
Facility : World War II Veterans Allowance
Country : Botswana
Website : https://www.gov.bw/index.php/allowances/world-war-ii-ww-ii-veterans-allowance

What is World War II Veterans Allowance?

The ex-service men and spouse(s) of a deceased veteran who were involved in World Wars I and II are entitled to an allowance in recognition of their contributions. The applicant must complete and submit a life declaration form every 6 months. The allowance is BWP850.00. Please note that this form must be written and signed in the presence of the District Commissioner.

Who is Eligible For World War II Veterans Allowance?

** Botswana citizens with a valid national identification card (Omang) who participated in World War I or World War II.
** Spouse(s) of a deceased veteran who participated in the wars and has not married another man who ever participated in the World Wars following the death of the veteran husband or wife.
** A deceased veteran’s child under 21 years of age whose mother is also deceased.

How To Apply For World War II Veterans Allowance?

** Visit the local tribal administration office to request a declaration letter confirming the veteran’s participation in the war.
** Take the declaration letter and supporting documents to the District Commissioner’s office, requesting enrolment into the veterans pension programme.
** Download and complete the Registration of Beneficiary Form or visit the Department of Social Services to complete the form and submit with relevant supporting documents.
** Indicate preference of payment either through the 12 month voucher book at the post office / Tribal administration office in his or her area or monthly bank transfer.

Steps:
Obtain Confirmation:
Visit your local Tribal Administration Office to request a declaration letter confirming the veteran’s participation in the war.

Visit the District Commissioner:
Take the declaration letter and all supporting documents to the District Commissioner’s Office to request enrolment in the veterans’ pension programme.

Complete Registration:
Download or collect the Registration of Beneficiary Form from the Department of Social Services or a District Pension Office.

Submit Documentation:
Submit the completed form along with required documents.

Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development
Department of Social Protection
Plot 54357,Varsha,CBD
Private Bag 0097
Gaborone

Tel: 397 1916
Fax : (+267) 397-1866

Opening hours are from 7:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.​​

Supporting Documents For World War II Veterans Allowance

** National Identification Card (Omang).
** Declaration Letter from Tribal Authority.
** Passport (Non-citizen).
** Residence Permit (Non-citizen).
** Marriage Certificate (Spouse).
** Birth Certificate (Children).
** Veteran’s Death Certificate (Spouse & Children).
** Spouse’s Death Certificate (Children).