Where does Makgobistad border post go?

It crosses to Phitshane Molopo in Botswana. The nearest South African town is Mahikeng.

Border post · South Africa to Botswana

Makgobistad

Q: What time does Makgobistad border post open and close?

07:30 to 18:00 on the South African side. The BMA list names the post but gives no hours. Hours here are from Drive South Africa only..

NORTH WEST · 25.75°S 25.11°E

Short answer: Makgobistad border post is open from 07:30 to 18:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Phitshane Molopo in Botswana.

Hours07:30 to 18:00

Other sidePhitshane Molopo (Botswana)

Nearest townMahikeng

What to know

The BMA list names the post but gives no hours. Hours here are from Drive South Africa only.

Closed by flooding in March 2025.

Bring your passport, the vehicle's registration papers and, for a hired car, the rental company's letter of authority to take it across. Check the rules for Botswana before you go.

StaySightsEat & drinkHikingFishing

Places to stay within 40 km

Disaneng Yacht Club
Resort
23.2 KM

Sources

Border Management Authority, South African ports of entry (hours list) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
Drive South Africa, South Africa border crossing guide (updated 29 July 2026) · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
SAnews, BMA suspends operations at five ports of entry (3 March 2025) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026