🇳🇦Namibia Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Namibia?
It depends on your passport. Out of 197 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 22 enter Namibia visa-free, 117 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 58 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
22
nationalities
Visa on arrival
117
nationalities
Consular visa
58
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Namibia tourist e-visa
Namibia publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Namibia eVisa
1,200-1,600 NADStay: 90 daysProcessing: 5-7 business days
Transit visa for Namibia
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 7 days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (mha.gov.na), read on .
Pick your nationality to see the rule
Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Namibia visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Namibia applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- SpainVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- ItalyVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- SenegalVisa required
- GermanyVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- MoroccoVisa required
- CanadaVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- SwitzerlandVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- AustraliaVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- UkraineVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- JapanVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- BelgiumVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
Namibia visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Namibia publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 3 months | Portal | |||
| Namibia eVisa | Short stay | 90 days | 1,200-1,600 NAD | 5-7 business days | Portal | |
| Work visa | Work | 1-3 years | 1,600-3,200 NAD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 1,600-2,200 NAD | 21 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 2 years | 30 business days | Portal | ||
| Transit visa | Transit | 7 days | 7 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Windhoek
Population
3,110,000
Currency
Namibian dollar (NAD $)
Languages
English, Oshiwambo, Herero, Nama
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+264
Timezone
Africa/Windhoek
Area
824,292 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
21 March - Independence Day
Internet domain
.na
About
Namibia is a Southern African country renowned for the vast Namib Desert and its rich wildlife. It gained independence from South Africa in 1990 and operates as a parliamentary republic. The nation focuses on digital and economic development through plans like NDP6.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid walking alone at night
- Do not display valuables
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, standard vigilance recommended
Transport
- Drive during the day, use 4x4 off main roads
Natural risks(Seasonal floods and droughts)
- Follow weather alerts, avoid flood-prone areas
Health(Limited healthcare system, overcrowded public hospitals)
- Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Rabies vaccines; repatriation insurance
Practical tips
- Register with the Consulate, keep a copy of your passport
- Avoid physical contact in public
- Use official taxi apps
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Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Windhoek · estimated in October 2026
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Car rental (DiscoverCars)
Compare local rental companies, free cancellation on most offers.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Namibia?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Namibia across 197 nationalities: 22 visa-free, 117 with a visa on arrival, 58 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Namibia visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 1,200 NAD (Namibia eVisa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Namibia?▾
Namibia issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 7 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Namibia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall medium risk, with urban crime and thefts in tourist areas.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Namibia?▾
The official currency is Namibian dollar (NAD $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Namibia?▾
The capital of Namibia is Windhoek. The main spoken languages are: English, Oshiwambo, Herero, Nama.
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