Namibia visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Namibian Visa is not required for Ivorians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Ivory Coast citizens travelling to Namibia are granted visa on arrival for a stay up to 90 days.
  • They are expected to possess a passport with a validity of 6 months beyond  the stipulated period of stay upon entry.
  • Passports of visitors must have at least six blank pages for entry stamps.
  • Ivorians are required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination upon entry into the country.
  • They are expected to tender proof of accommodation and sufficient funds to cover the expenses throughout their period of stay. 
  • There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies imported in and out of the country.
  • Travellers must have confirmed onward or return travel documents.
  • They are not required to pay any airport tax upon entry or departure from the airport.
  • Parents travelling with minors under 18 years of age are to tender a birth certificate showing details of both parents. If the child is flying with one parent, a consent affidavit signed by the absent parent should be tendered.
  • Namibia is the first country in the world to incorporate environmental protection into its Constitution.
  • The estimated flight time from Ivory Coast to Namibia is 5 hours, 35 minutes.
  • Namibia uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) hence, Namibia is 2 hours ahead of Ivory Coast.
  • Namibia is a multilingual country. However, English is the official language in the country.
  • The country is home to the world’s largest population of desert elephants, free-roaming cheetahs and black rhinos.
  • It is also home to the world's second largest canyons in the world.
  • The Namibian Dollar (NAD) is the official currency in Namibia.
  • Namibia is dominated by Christians, with more than 90% of the country's population following the Christian faith.
  • In Namibia, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The Namib desert is the world's oldest desert.
  • Namibia is the driest country in Sub-Sahara and depends largely on groundwater. 
  • Namibia has a subtropical climate. The lightest rain in Namibia falls between September and November while the heaviest is between February and April and both rainy seasons occur in summer.
  • Namibia has one of the highest sand dunes in the world.
  • Sossusvlei Sand Dunes in Namibia are some of the highest in the world and they are one of the country’s most impressive sights.
  • Public display of affection is frowned upon in the country, especially in rural areas.

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the time zone of Namibia?

Namibia adopts the use of  Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) making the country 2 hours ahead of Ivory Coast.


What is the climate of Namibia like?

Namibia has a subtropical climate characterized by hot and dry weather with little rain.



Is Namibia a safe tourist destination?

Namibia is a peaceful country. It is considered to be one of the most stable countries in Africa. However,like most tourist destinations, pick pocketing can be a problem. Visitors are advised to be at alert always.