Gaborone - Post Report Question and Answers
Are credit cards widely accepted and safe to use locally? Are ATMs common and do you recommend using them? Are they safe to use?
Yes, you can use Visa cards almost anywhere. ATMs are fairly common but usually have long lines and may run out of cash. - Aug 2024
Credit cards are very widely used and are safe to use. ATMs are common as well and I use them all the time with no problems, just make sure it's an international or South African bank. - Dec 2023
I had no problem with ATMs. - Jul 2019
Yes. I used my credit card at gas stations, restaurants, and supermarkets regularly and never had issues. Be very careful, though, when visiting neighboring countries, particularly South Africa. - Apr 2017
All are useful and safe. - Jul 2016
Both are relatively safe here, but most that accept credit cards use the chipped cards. - Mar 2015
Credit cards are used ok. We have not used ATMs here. Usually we carry cash or credit card. - Oct 2014
ATMs are generally safe. I used ATMs regularly. I would just say stick to ATMs that are in lit areas after dark. I don't remember anyone having any issues with card skimming. - Nov 2013
Fine to use them. - Jul 2013
Both are widely used and accepted. - Apr 2013
It's very easy to live in Botswana!Almost every store takes credit cards and ATM cards and it is safe and reliable to use them here. Beware however when traveling to South Africa-- where credit card fraud is common!There are ATMs in all the major cities in Botswana should you need cash, and it is safe to use them. - Jun 2010
