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Namibia visa on arrival

Eligible travellers can get a visa at selected airports, seaports and land borders for a stay of up to 90 days.

Ways to get a Namibia visa on arrival

  1. Visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of the listed countries and territories, including all European Union member states.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Fee
    African nationals: N$1,200, approximately €62 or US$66. Non-African nationals: N$1,600, approximately €82 or US$88.

    Passports that qualify (117)

    1. Check that your nationality qualifies.
    2. Obtain your visa when you arrive at an approved entry point.

Who needs it

Travellers who need a visa and hold an eligible passport can choose a visa on arrival.

Who doesn't

Travellers covered by a visa exemption do not need a visa for a visit within their allowance.

How to apply

  1. Check that your nationality qualifies.
  2. Arrive at an entry point that issues visas on arrival and obtain your visa there.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Good to know

  • Use an entry point that issues visas on arrival.
  • Stay no longer than 90 days.
  • Airport entry points: Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport and Walvis Bay Airport.
  • Sea entry points: Port of Lüderitz and Port of Walvis Bay.
  • Land entry points: Ariamsvlei, Impalia Island, Oranjemund, Oshikango, Katima Mulilo, Mohembo, Ngoma, Noordoewer and Trans-Kalahari border posts.
  • Eligible travellers can also apply for a simplified e-Visa in advance. Namibian authorities strongly recommend this.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Namibia?

Travellers who need a visa and hold an eligible passport can choose a visa on arrival. Travellers covered by a visa exemption do not need a visa for a visit within their allowance.

How long can I stay on a Namibia visa on arrival?

Up to 90 days.

How much does a Namibia visa on arrival cost?

African nationals: N$1,200, approximately €62 or US$66. Non-African nationals: N$1,600, approximately €82 or US$88.

What documents do I need for a Namibia visa on arrival?

Passport valid for at least 6 months..

How do I apply for a Namibia visa on arrival?

1. 1. Check that your nationality qualifies. 2. 2. Arrive at an entry point that issues visas on arrival and obtain your visa there.

What rules do I have to follow on a Namibia visa on arrival?

Use an entry point that issues visas on arrival. Stay no longer than 90 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Namibia?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Namibia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Namibia be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Namibia visa on arrival rules?

On Namibia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Namibia?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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