Yes, a visa is required to travel from Namibia to Indonesia.
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Do I need a visa for Indonesia from Namibia?
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Namibian nationals need a visa for Indonesia, but it can be obtained online through the official e-Visa, without going through a consulate.
Namibian passport holders dreaming of Bali, Yogyakarta or the volcanoes of Java must secure a tourist visa before travelling. Because Indonesia does not maintain a mission in every Southern African country, the process has been fully digitised. From Windhoek or any Namibian town, the application is filed directly on the Directorate General of Immigration's e-Visa portal.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Citizens of Namibia are not fully visa-exempt and must apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Indonesia. The intended format is the electronic e-Visa, requested online before departure. At major airports such as Denpasar or Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta a visa on arrival may also exist, but an e-Visa obtained in advance remains the most reliable route.
How and where to apply
From Windhoek no in-person step is required: everything is handled at evisa.imigrasi.go.id. You create an account, complete the form, upload the supporting documents and pay with an international card. The electronic visa is then emailed to you, sparing you a trip to the nearest Indonesian embassy, which is often located in a neighbouring country.
Documents and fees
Have ready a Namibian passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival, a recent passport photo and a scan of the bio page. A return ticket and proof of accommodation may be required. The fee amount and validity period are not confirmed in our source — refer to the official portal for the current rate.
Processing and tips
The e-Visa processing time is not guaranteed here, so file your application several days before your flight out of Namibia. Check carefully that your name and passport number match the document exactly, as the slightest error can block boarding. Keep both a printed and a digital copy of your e-Visa throughout the trip.
Common mistakes
Do not travel assuming visa on arrival is automatic: it exists only at certain entry points and the rules change. Beware of third-party sites that overcharge; only evisa.imigrasi.go.id is the official source. Finally, a passport valid for less than six months is a classic ground for refusal for Namibian travellers.
Official sources
- Portail e-Visa officiel — Direction générale de l'immigration d'Indonésie
- Direction générale de l'immigration (Ditjen Imigrasi)
- Ministère des Affaires étrangères d'Indonésie
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Indonesia is the 4th most populous country in the world with nearly 288 million inhabitants. It is the leading economy in Southeast Asia and a G20 member, experiencing sustained economic growth of approximately 5% annually for 50 years and ranking among the world's top 10 economies.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Indonesia from Namibia?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 30 days.
How long can you stay in Indonesia?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 30 days.
What other visa types exist for Indonesia?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Indonesia offers among others: Student visa (E30A), Medical treatment visa, Business eVisa (B211A), Second Home visa (B211A long-stay), Digital Nomad visa (E33G), KITAS work permit (temporary residence).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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