Important Notice for Your Entry into Namibia
As of April 1, 2025, new entry requirements for Namibia will take effect. The free tourist visa stamp that many travelers previously received at passport control upon arrival at the airport will be replaced by a paid visa. This visa can be applied for online or obtained upon arrival at the airport. As a "Visa on Arrival," it will also be available at many border crossings (but not all!). The current cost is 1,600 Namibian Dollars.
The new visa must be obtained for all travelers – adults and children
If you have any queries regarding holiday visa please call the Ministry Of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety And Security at +264 81 951 0128 or +264 81 951 0186
Which Countries Are Affected by the New Visa Requirement?
The new visa regime applies to nationals and citizens of the following countries:
Equatorial Guinea, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Canada, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Côte d'Ivoire, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Ecuador, Eritrea, Estonia, Finland, France, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Germany, Greece, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Comoros, Croatia, Latvia, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Mauritania, Mexico, Moldova, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vatican City/Holy See, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Venezuela, Vietnam, Western Sahara Republic.
Duration
Duration of Stay in Namibia
The visa will allow you to stay in Namibia for the duration of your trip, based on the travel dates you provide (e.g., 14 days according to flight details). As tourists may stay in Namibia for up to 90 days per calendar year, please contact the Ministry Of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety And Security in Namibia if you would like to extend your stay.
How to
How and Where to Apply for a Namibia Visa?
- Online before departure: https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na
- At Namibian embassies or consulates
- Upon arrival at Namibian entry points and selected border crossings (see list below)
Visa Fees:
NAD 1.600 (approx. 90 USD) for citizens of non-African countries
NAD 1.200 (approx. 70 USD) for citizens of African countries
These fees are reviewed annually..
Applicaction
Required Documents for Visa Application
The following documents and information are required for the new Namibia visa application (both online and on-site). Travelers entering Namibia with an online-approved Visa-on-Arrival confirmation must be prepared to present all relevant documents upon request by immigration officers
- Valid passport (at least 6 months valid with 3 blank pages)
- Completed visa application form
- Invitation/motivation letter (if applicable)
- Proof of sufficient financial means upon entry
- Accommodation confirmation and proof of travel bookings, itinerary, and routes
- Medical/travel insurance
- Printed, approved eVisa
- Full birth certificate or parental consent letter if traveling with children
eVisas can be used at all official Namibian entry points.
On site
Entry Points for Visa on Arrival in Namibia
Visa applications upon arrival can be processed at the following border crossings:
- Hosea Kutako International Airport
- Ariamsvlei
- Impalila
- Katima Mulilo
- Mohembo
- Ngoma
- Noordoewer
- Oshikango
- Oranjemund
- Trans-Kalahari-Grenzübergänge
- Hafen von Walvis Bay
- Walvis Bay International Airport
Additionally, eVisas can be obtained at all official Namibian entry points, except for:
Rundu Airport, Sarusungu Border Post, Nkurenkuru Border Post, Keetmanshoop Airport, Klein Manasse Border Post, Lüderitz Airport, Gobabis Airport, Ondangwa Airport, Dobe Border Post, Grootfontein Airport, Kasika Border Post, Mpacha Airport, Mata-Mata Border Post, Singalamwe Border Post und Vioolsdrift.
Take Note
Further Notes
Entry Form: In addition to the visa, travelers must still complete an entry form. If arriving by plane, this form will be provided shortly before landing. The exit form is no longer required.
Please visit the website of your country’s Foreign Office for official travel advisories.
If traveling with minors, ensure you check specific entry requirements!
All information is subject to change!