Namibia visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indians visiting Namibia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Namibian Visa.

  • Original Indian passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended trip date. It should have at least one blank page for visa stamp.
  • Visa application form filled in Block letters and duly signed.
  • Two recent colored passport-sized photographs that meet the visa photo specification.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Medical report that shows your most recent health status.
  • A police report showing good conduct.
  • For minors, a certified unabridged birth certificate accompanied by a signed letter of consent from their parents is needed.
  • Round trip or onward ticket.
  • Flight bookings.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of financial sustenance for your stay in Namibia.

Namibia Visa for Indians

Facts about Namibia

Namibia is one of the most beautiful countries in Africa. The country’s natural beauty and spectacular ambiance make the country one of the most visited countries in the world. The country is blessed with national parks which are ideal for wildlife watching. The elite wildlife-watching destination is the Etosha National Park where big cats, elephants, black rhinos and plain game can be seen in abundance. Other prime destinations for wildlife watching are Damaraland, Nkasa Rupara, and Bwabwata. Walvis Bay beach is a popular destination for fishing, shark-angling, and kiteboarding.
 
The tourism industry is one of the most important industries in Namibia. The industry is responsible for contributing 14.5% to the country’s GDP and providing 18.2% of the country’s labor force. Namibia receives an average of one million visitors yearly. More and more tourists are sure to troop into the country as the years go by.
 
Foreigners traveling to Namibia should desist from smuggling or trafficking illegal drugs. Punishment for this can be very severe and prison conditions in Namibia are harsh.
 
Citizens of Angola, Australia, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States can visit Namibia visa-free for a maximum of 90 days within a given calendar year.

Types of Namibia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 3 working days 90 days
Business visa 3 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Namibia Visa

  • Original Indian passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended trip date. It should have at least one blank page for visa stamp.
  • Visa application form filled in Block letters and duly signed.
  • Two recent colored passport-sized photographs that meet the visa photo specification.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Medical report that shows your most recent health status.
  • A police report showing good conduct.
  • For minors, a certified unabridged birth certificate accompanied by a signed letter of consent from their parents is needed.
  • Round trip or onward ticket.
  • Flight bookings.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of financial sustenance for your stay in Namibia.
Namibia Tourist visa Namibia Business visa

Namibia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Namibian tourist visa is issued to Indians traveling Namibia for tourist purposes.
  • There are two types of Namibia tourist visa:
    • Single-entry visa: this visa is valid for 90 days and it costs 50 USD.
    • Multiple-entry visa: this visa is valid for 90 days in a period of 180 days and it costs 100 USD.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provide by the applicant.
  • Upon arrival, check your visa validity before leaving the immigration counter to ensure that the visa stamp is valid for the length of your intended stay (up to 90 days).
  • Overstaying your visa or having an incorrect or missing entry stamp can result in detention, arrest, and fines.
  • Visitors traveling to Namibia with children should be prepared to produce unabridged birth certificates for the children demonstrating a parental relationship. 
  • The police maintain checkpoints approximately 9 miles (15 km) outside of main cities and all major highways. During the holiday season, additional checkpoints may be established along the Windhoek-Swakopmund highway (B1).
  • Visitors are advised not to purchase diamonds and other protected resources outside of licensed retail establishments.
  • If you are convicted of illegally dealing in diamonds, you can face up to 20,000 U.S. dollars in fines and/or five years in prison.
  • Unlicensed purchase of or trading in endangered wildlife parts, such as ivory and rhino horn, is illegal and carries severe penalties including fines up to 1.1 million U.S. dollars and 15 years in prison.
  • It is considered illegal to kill or capture any protected wild animals without appropriate permits.
    • It is illegal to take pictures of government buildings, military installations, and key infrastructure, such as ports, train stations, airports, and along border areas. You could be fined, have your photographic equipment confiscated, and risk detention and arrest.
      • The Namibian dollar (NAD) is the official currency. It is pegged to the South African rand, which is also legal tender in Namibia.

      Namibia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • Indians traveling to Namibia for business purposes can apply for the Namibian business visa.
      • Indians can also apply for a business visa if they are traveling to Namibia for work purposes or to attend a conference.
      • Indians can also set up a business in Algeria with this visa.
      • A travel flight itinerary should be submitted by the applicant. The flight itinerary must show entry date and exit date.
      • Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provided.
      • A business letter from your company outlining the purpose and duration of the visit must be provided.
      • A business letter from the host company giving dates of travel, purpose of the trip and guarantee of sufficient funds must also be provided.
      • If there are any previous relations with the host company in Namibia, it's important that you show any documentation that affirms this business relationship.
      • You are expected to leave Namibia before the expiration of your visa.

      Namibia Visa Fees

      Visa Type

      Sub Types

      Visa Fees

      Tourist visa

      50.00 (USD)

      Business visa

      50.00 (USD)

      Namibia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in India

      Location

      Address

      New Delhi

      Namibian High Commission in New Delhi, India --- B-9/6 Vasant Vihar New Delhi 110 057 India

      www.nhcdelhi.com

      nam@nhcdelhi.com

      (+91) 11-2614 0389 / 0890 (+91) 11-2614 4772 / 5481

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Do I need visa to Namibia?

      Indians need to apply for a visa in order to travel to Namibia.

      How long does it take to get a Namibian visa?

      Tourist visas are valid for three months and generally take three days to process at the Namibian Consulate or Embassy in your country.

      How much is a visa for Namibia?

      Single entry, 3 months validity - US$50.00. Multiple Entry, 3 months validity - US$100.00.

      Is it safe to travel to Namibia?

      Namibia is one of the safest countries in Africa. It's also a huge country with a very sparse population.