Convert Swiss Franc to Botswana Pula (CHF to BWP)
Live mid-market exchange rates, interbank trends, and local currency insights.
Conversion Tables
Convert CHF to BWP
| CHF | BWP |
|---|---|
| 1 CHF | 0.0600 BWP |
| 5 CHF | 0.3002 BWP |
| 10 CHF | 0.6003 BWP |
| 25 CHF | 1.50 BWP |
| 50 CHF | 3.00 BWP |
| 100 CHF | 6.00 BWP |
| 200 CHF | 12.01 BWP |
| 250 CHF | 15.01 BWP |
| 500 CHF | 30.02 BWP |
| 1,000 CHF | 60.03 BWP |
| 2,500 CHF | 150.08 BWP |
| 5,000 CHF | 300.16 BWP |
| 10,000 CHF | 600.31 BWP |
Convert BWP to CHF
| BWP | CHF |
|---|---|
| 1 BWP | 16.66 CHF |
| 5 BWP | 83.29 CHF |
| 10 BWP | 166.58 CHF |
| 25 BWP | 416.45 CHF |
| 50 BWP | 832.90 CHF |
| 100 BWP | 1,665.80 CHF |
| 200 BWP | 3,331.61 CHF |
| 250 BWP | 4,164.51 CHF |
| 500 BWP | 8,329.02 CHF |
| 1,000 BWP | 16,658.04 CHF |
| 2,500 BWP | 41,645.09 CHF |
| 5,000 BWP | 83,290.18 CHF |
| 10,000 BWP | 166,580.37 CHF |
Botswana Foreign Exchange Overview
The Botswana Pula (BWP, symbol "P", subunit "Thebe") is the legal tender of Botswana, pegged to a trade-weighted currency basket comprising the IMF Special Drawing Right (SDR) and the South African Rand (ZAR) under a crawling peg framework managed by the Bank of Botswana (BoB).
When exchanging currency in Gaborone, Francistown, or tourism hubs such as Maun and Kasane, retail forex bureaus and commercial banks charge a retail spread ranging from 1.5% to 4.0% above the interbank wholesale mid-market rate. For cross-border money transfers, electronic wire transfers via authorized dealer banks provide competitive spreads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official exchange rate between Swiss Franc and Botswana Pula?
The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 CHF = 0.0600 BWP (1 BWP = 16.6580 CHF) as of October 6, 2026.
Where can I exchange CHF in Botswana or internationally?
You can exchange Swiss Franc at licensed forex bureaus across Gaborone, Francistown, Maun, commercial banks (First National Bank Botswana, Stanbic Bank, Absa), and Sir Seretse Khama International Airport counters.
Are there foreign currency declaration limits in Botswana?
Yes, carrying physical cash or negotiable instruments exceeding BWP 10,000 (or foreign currency equivalent) must be declared to the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) upon entry or departure.