Namibia visa requirements for Tunisians

Travel and visa requirements

Namibian Visa is not required for Tunisians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • The visa policy in Namibia provides that nationals of Tunisia can only gain entry Namibia by obtaining a visa on arrival.
  • This visa on arrival permits Tunisian to stay in Namibia for a duration of 90 days.
  • 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 your stay in the country, which could be a recent bank statement.
  • Tunisia 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.
  • Intending visitors can get to Namibia from international airports in Tunisia. There are international airports in Tunis and Sfax.
  • Tunisair, Turkish Airlines, South African Airways and Air France are some of the carriers that fly from Tunisia to Namibia.
  • The estimated flight time from Tunis to Windhoek, Namibia is 16 hours, 50 minutes, and from Sfax it is 22 hours 55minutes.
  • 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.
  • Transportation in Namibia can be facilitated by car rentals and taxis.
  • Namibia makes use of the Central Africa Time (GMT+2), which puts Namibia one hour ahead of Tunisia.
  • 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.
  • Christianity is the most widespread religion in Namibia, with about 90% of the entire population. The Islam religion is also quite prominent.
  • 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 Namibia safe for tourist visit?

Namibia is a peaceful and welcoming country. Nevertheless, there are still issues with both poverty and gang violence, which has lead to increased personal and petty crime. Tourists are to be careful and cautious while in the country.

Can I drink the tap water in Namibia?

It's very important to stay hydrated when on a safari in Namibia. Tap water in Namibia is either purified or comes directly from boreholes and is therefore safe to drink. Nevertheless, bottled mineral water is readily available in shops and resorts should you prefer it.

When is the best time to visit 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 colours will be most vibrant during and after the wet season though. October to February can be unpleasantly hot too.

Can I spend the South African Rand in Namibia?

The Rand and Namibian Dollar are both legal tenders in Namibia. Credit cards are accepted at most supermarkets, restaurants, and accommodation establishments in urban Namibia. But outlets in rural areas are more likely to only accept cash payment.