Border post · South Africa to Botswana

Makopong

NORTH WEST · 25.37°S 22.98°E

Short answer: Makopong border post is open from 08:00 to 16:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Makopong in Botswana.

Hours08:00 to 16:00
Other sideMakopong (Botswana)
Nearest townTosca
RoadR375 / A20

What to know

Sources disagree: BMA (as 'Makopon') and Wikipedia 08:00 to 16:00; a Wikipedia map label 07:30 to 16:00; Drive South Africa 07:30 to 16:30.

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.

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Sources

  1. Border Management Authority, South African ports of entry (hours list) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  2. Wikipedia, Botswana and South Africa border crossings table · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  3. Drive South Africa, South Africa border crossing guide (updated 29 July 2026) · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026