Botswana mobile money limits & KYC tiers
In Botswana, mobile money limits depend on your KYC tier. Here's the per-operator grid and the procedure to step up to the next tier.
✓ Verified June 2026.Tariffs and USSD codes confirmed against operator sources. No government levy on mobile money.
Limits and KYC tiers
In Botswana, both MyZaka and Smega publish a P 10,000 transaction range and a P 6 minimum send. Orange Money operates within similar Bank of Botswana caps. Step-up KYC (national ID Omang for Batswana, passport for foreign nationals) unlocks higher per-transaction and monthly bands. Smega adds international corridors with their own per-corridor caps.
Frequently asked questions
How do I step up my KYC tier?
Visit an operator service centre (Orange) in Gaborone or in the region with your national ID, a proof of address and a selfie for biometric verification on some flows. Activation is typically immediate or within 24h.
Is the corporate ceiling negotiable?
Yes — corporate / merchant accounts in Botswana have ceilings negotiated directly with the operator, often above the displayed individual ceilings. Contact the enterprise team for a dedicated KYC onboarding.