1. Overview

From 1 April 2025, Namibia introduced visa requirements for most non-African countries. This includes the UK, US, Canada, EU countries, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Visitors must always confirm visa requirements before travel, as policies may change.

2. Passport and Entry Requirements

All visitors must have a valid passport with at least six months’ validity beyond their date of entry, and at least three blank pages for entry and exit stamps. A valid return or onward ticket is mandatory.

3. Visa Exempt Countries

Visitors from the following countries do NOT require visas for Namibia:

• Angola
• Botswana
• Brazil
• Cuba
• Eswatini
• Hong Kong (SAR)
• Indonesia
• Jamaica
• Kenya
• Lesotho
• Macau (SAR)
• Malawi
• Malaysia
• Mauritius
• Mozambique
• Russian Federation
• Seychelles
• Singapore
• South Africa
• Tanzania
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

4. Visa on Arrival Countries

Visitors from these countries can apply for a visa on arrival for tourist purposes only:

• Argentina
• Armenia
• Australia
• Austria
• Azerbaijan
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Benin
• Bulgaria
• Burkina Faso
• Burundi
• Cambodia
• Cameroon
• Cape Verde
• Canada
• Central African Republic
• Chad
• Chile
• Comoros
• Croatia
• Cote d’Ivoire
• Czech Republic
• Ecuador
• Eritrea
• Estonia
• Equatorial Guinea
• Denmark
• Djibouti
• Finland
• France
• Gabon
• Gambia
• Germany
• Greece
• Guinea
• Guinea Bissau
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Japan
• Hungary
• Kazakhstan
• Kyrgyzstan
• Latvia
• Liberia
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Madagascar
• Mauritania
• Mexico
• Moldova
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Nicaragua
• Niger
• Norway
• Paraguay
• Peru
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Rwanda
• São Tomé and Principe
• Sierra Leone
• Slovakia
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Tajikistan
• Thailand
• Togo
• Turkey
• Tunisia
• Turkmenistan
• Uganda
• Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States of America
• Uruguay
• Uzbekistan
• Venezuela
• Vatican/Holy See
• Vietnam
• Western Sahara Republic

5. Visa Application

Travellers can apply for visas online via the official Namibia e-Services Portal . Visas issued are valid for up to three months from the date of issue and allow stays of up to 90 days from entry. Extensions for an additional three months can be applied for at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek.

6. Visa on Arrival Locations

Visa on arrival is issued only at selected entry points and only for tourist purposes:

• Hosea Kutako International Airport
• Ariamsvlei Border
• Katima Mulilo Border
• Ngoma Border
• Noordoewer Border
• Oshikango Border
• Oranjemund Border
• Trans Kalahari Border
• Walvis Bay Harbour
• Walvis Bay Airport
• Katwitwi Border
• Lüderitz Airport
• Lüderitz Harbour
• Oranjemund Airport
• Ruacana Border
• Impalila Border
• Mohembo Border

Travellers visiting for purposes other than tourism must submit visa applications with relevant documentation to the appropriate Namibian offices or missions.

7. Temporary Residence Permits

Temporary residence permits can be applied for at Namibian embassies or high commissions abroad. For more information, please visit the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security website.

8. Application Process

e-Visa Steps:

• Create an account on the e-Services Portal
• Fill in application and upload documents
• Pay online
• Download and print the visa
• Present the visa on arrival

Visa on Arrival Steps:

• Obtain form online or on arrival
• Submit form and documents
• Pay at the border
• Visa is issued at entry

9. Entry Requirements

• Valid passport with 6 months validity and 3 blank pages
• Printed visa and supporting documents
• Travel insurance and proof of funds
• Return ticket or onward travel
• Yellow fever certificate (if applicable)
• Birth certificate and consent letter for minors (if applicable)

10. Extensions and Work

• Tourist visas can be extended up to 90 days at immigration offices
• Short-term work permits are available via the e-Services Portal

11. PRO-Tips

• Apply online early to avoid delays
• Bring printed documents to immigration
• Double-check entry port compatibility with visa type
• Carry yellow fever proof if needed