Namibia visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Namibian Visa is not required for Mauritians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • The visa policy in Namibia permits Mauritians to visit the county for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
  • Tourists who want to stay beyond the 90-day validity can extend their stay by applying for an extension at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek.
  • Intending visitors are required to have 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.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Namibia and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
  • While travelling to Namibia, Mauritius 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.
  • Tourists with amounts above NAD 50,000 will be required to declare it on arrival and departure.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Namibia from international airports in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
  • Air Namibia, British Airways, Air Mauritius and Kenya Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Mauritius to Namibia.
  • The estimated flight time from Port Louis to Windhoek, Namibia is 7 hours, 45 minutes and 17 hours, 20 minutes from Rodrigues.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Afrikaans, German and English enjoys equal status as official languages in Namibia. There are about 30 other indigenous languages being spoken in Namibia.
  • Transportation in Namibia can be facilitated by car rentals and taxis.
  • Namibia makes use of the Central Africa Time (GMT+2), which puts Mauritius two hours ahead in time.
  • Biltong, potjiekos, kapana and fat cakes and mopane worms are some of the delicacies tourists can try while in Namibia.
  • Christianity is the most widespread religion in Namibia, with about 90% of the entire population. The Islam religion is also quite prominent.
  • Mauritius citizens travelling to Namibia can budget an average of $60 to spend on expenses per day.
  • Etosha National Park, Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei and Cape Cross are some of the tourist destinations in Namibia visitors can visit.
  • 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.
  • Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Namibian immigration demands that Mauritius citizens provide a passport valid for at least six months beyond their stay in Namibia. 

Is Namibia safe for tourist travel?

Yes. Namibia is a peaceful and welcoming country and generally safe for tourists. However, there are still issues with both poverty and gang violence, which has lead to increased petty crimes. Tourists are advised to cautious as they go about their tourist-related activities.

When is the best time to travel to Namibia?

The best time to visit Namibia is from July to October when the temperatures are conducive and the chance of rainfall is low, so tourists can easily explore the country.

Is hunting allowed in Namibia?

Yes. Namibia has a huge and ever-growing hunting industry. Money generated from hunting and tourism directly benefits the local people and have resulted in a huge increase in wildlife numbers since their inception.