Namibia visa requirements for Gaboneses

Travel and visa requirements

Namibian Visa is not required for Gaboneses

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Tourists from Gabon can only gain entry into Namibia by obtaining a visa on arrival.
  • This visa on arrival allows Gabonese to stay in Namibia for a duration of 90 days.
  • Intending visitors are required to possess a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Namibia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  • Travellers with amounts exceeding NAD 50,000 will be required to declare it on arrival and departure.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Namibia and proof of enough funds to spend during your stay in the country, which could be a recent bank statement.
  • Although a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required from Gabonese on arrival into Namibia, visitors are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to the country.
  • Gabon citizens are required to provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Namibia. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
  • Gabonese with pets will require an import permit, veterinary health certificate and a rabies vaccination given at least 30 days and at most 12 months before arrival.
  • Visitors with arms and ammunition must obtain a permit. The import permit will be issued on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport after verification and approval by the Namibian Police Force Officer.
  • Intending visitors can get to Namibia from international airports in Malawi. There are international airports in Libreville and Port-Gentil.
  • Ethiopian Airways, Air Namibia, South African Airways and RwandAir are some of the carriers that fly from Gabon to Namibia.
  • The estimated flight duration from Gabon to Windhoek, Namibia is 18 hours.
  • Namibia has a subtropical desert climate, with two distinct climates. From June to September is winter in Namibia and summer is from November to April.
  • Afrikaans, German and English enjoys equal status as official languages in Namibia. There are about 30 other indigenous languages being spoken in Namibia.
  • Movements in Namibia can be facilitated by car rentals and taxis.
  • Christianity is the most widespread religion in Namibia, with about 90% of the entire population. The Islam religion is also quite prominent.
  • Namibia makes use of the Central Africa Time (GMT+2). Namibia is an hour ahead of Gabon.
  • The Namibian Dollar and South African Rand are the currencies used in Namibia. Tourists can exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • Etosha National Park, Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei and Cape Cross are some of the tourist destinations in Namibia visitors can visit.
  • Tourists travelling to Namibia can budget an average of $60 to spend on expenses per day.
  • The power and socket plug used in Namibia are of type D and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Biltong, potjiekos, kapana and fat cakes and mopane worms are some of the delicacies tourists can try while in Namibia.
  • Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Namibia?

Namibia is overwhelmingly a peaceful and welcoming country. There are still issues of both poverty and gang violence, but with just a little bit of caution, travellers to this country should be fine.

Can you drink the tap water in Namibia?

Tap water in Namibia is either purified or comes directly from boreholes and is therefore safe to drink. Tourists can also purchase bottled mineral water which is readily available at shops and resorts.

What is the best time of year to go to Namibia?

If your main purpose is to see wildlife, the best time to visit all parks, especially Etosha, is in the dry season from May to October. Namibia is a scenic country and can be visited throughout the year. The colors will be most vibrant during and after the wet season though. October to February can be unpleasantly hot too.

How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Namibia?

Citizens of Gabon are expected to have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of exit from Namibia. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.