Brazil visa requirements for Namibians
Travel and visa requirements
Brazilian Visa is not required for Namibians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Namibians are permitted to visit Brazil for up to 90 days visa-free.
- Travellers are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond their departure date from Brazil. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Visitors are required to have a return ticket to Namibia or an onward ticket t another destination.
- Confirmation of accommodation (such as a hotel reservation) is required from Namibians.
- Tourists must also show proof of sufficient funds to sustain themselves for the entire duration of their stay in Brazil.
- A certificate of vaccination for yellow fever is required from travellers from Namibia. The vaccination must be gotten at most 10 days before entering Brazil.
- A minor must present a letter of consent from their parents/guardians allowing them to travel to Brazil if they are travelling alone.
- Amounts more than 10,000 BRL must be declared to Customs at the port of entry or exit by visitors.
- Prospective visitors can get to Brazil from any international airport in Namibia such as the Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport.
- TAAG Angola, South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Namibia to Brazil.
- Flight from Windhoek to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is estimated to take 8 hours, 8 minutes.
- Brazil has a humid tropical and subtropical climate except for a drier area in the Northeast. The country has two major seasons, summer which is from December to March, and winter from June to September.
- Christianity is the most prominent religion in Brazil, with Catholics being the largest denomination. Other religions are Spiritism, Candomblé and Umbanda.
- The Brazilian Real is the official currency of Brazil. Visitors can also exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Portuguese is the official and the most spoken language in Brazil.
- Brazil has four time zones, which are, Fernando de Noronha Standard Time (GMT-2), Brasilia Standard Time (GMT-3), Amazon Standard Time (GMT-4) and Acre Standard Time (GMT-5).
- The power and socket plug used in Brazil are of Type C and N. The standard voltage is 127/220V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Transportation in Brazil is made possible with buses, taxis and car rentals.
- Tourists travelling to Brazil should budget about $55 on daily expenses.
- Amazon Theatre, Cathedral of Brasília, Iguazu Falls, Niterói Contemporary Art Museum and Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses are some of the tourist centres tourists can visit while in Brazil.
- Brigadeiro, açaí, coxinhas, pastels and farofa are some of the delicacies in Brazil.
- Tourists are advised to be aware of their surroundings, especially when travelling to tourist locations and in crowded public venues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What language is spoken in Brazil?
The official language of Brazil is Portuguese and it is spoken by practically the entire population. English is not widely spoken in Brazil except in some tourist areas. Spanish, although having some similarities with Portuguese is not a very popular language in the country.
What currency is accepted in Brazil?
Brazil's national currency is the Real (BRL). You might not always find a working ATM but you can exchange foreign currencies such as US Dollars or Euros at major airports, exchange bureaus and major branches of some banks.
Can I stay longer than 90 days in Brazil?
To stay longer than the authorised 90 days in Brazil, you must request an extension before the 90 days are up at any federal police station. You can apply to stay for up to 90 additional days.
Is Brazil safe to visit?
Brazil is generally safe to travel to but visitors are advised to exercise caution as they would in any other safe country.