Overview
This service is extended to non-citizens that need a certificate for exemption, a person may be exempted from holding a work permit by the Minister by publishing in the Government Gazette for public information.
Who is eligible?
- Non-Citizens who fall under the category of exempted positions
- Investors who hold Permanent Residence
- Investors of worth supported by Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC)
What supporting documents are required?
For exempted positions?
- Copy of job advert not older than six (6) months old
- Contract of employment
- Application letter for work (signed)
- Letter of offer or appointment letter
- Applicants’ Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of educational certificates. Please note that all certificates in foreign languages must be translated to English and be confirmed by Botswana Qualification Authority
- Certified copy of a valid passport – biographic data page (picture, passport number, date of birth, birth place, expiry, etc.)
- Two (2) x Passport-size photos (with a white background)
- Clearance from relevant professional regulatory bodies
- Letter from the patient’s doctor (Nurse Aid/Care taker)
- Supporting letter from relevant Ministries for government projects
- CV for understudies
Permanent Residence holders
Copy of Permanent Residence certificate
Investors supported by BITC?
- See requirements for investors
- Supporting letter from BITC
How long will this service take?
Seven (7) working days
How much does it cost?
BWP 1,500.00
Where can I get more information on this Service
District Contact Numbers
Department of Labour and Social Security
Head office, Gaborone
Tel. (+267) 37372772 / 373 2700/2600
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Gaborone Regional Labour Office I |
Gaborone Regional Labour Office II Tel. (+267) 3956019 |
| Francistown Regional Labour Office Tel. (+267) 2416933 |
Selibe Phikwe Regional Labour Office Tel. (+267) 2611598 |
| Lobatse Regional Labour Office Tel. (+267) 5332569 |
Maun Regional Labour Office Tel. (+267) 68622705/2418 |
| Serowe Regional Labour Office Tel. (+267) 4632579 |
Kasane Regional Labour Office Tel. (+267) 6250216 |
Opening hours: 7:30 am to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.