What time does Middelputs border post open and close?

07:30 to 16:00 on the South African side. Drive South Africa gives 08:00 to 16:00..

Where does Middelputs border post go?

It crosses to Middlepits in Botswana. The nearest South African town is Van Zylsrus.

Border post · South Africa to Botswana

Middelputs

NORTHERN CAPE · 26.68°S 21.89°E

Short answer: Middelputs border post is open from 07:30 to 16:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Middlepits in Botswana.

Hours07:30 to 16:00

Other sideMiddlepits (Botswana)

Nearest townVan Zylsrus

What to know

Drive South Africa gives 08:00 to 16:00.

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

Van Zyls Rushotel
Hotel
+27 53 781 0201
27.3 KM

Sources

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