Namibia visa requirements for Vietnameses

Travel and visa requirements

Namibian Visa is not required for Vietnameses

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Vietnam can visit Namibia by obtaining a visa on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport or Walvis Bay Airport.
  • The visa on arrival costs N$1000.
  • This visa on arrival allows them 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.
  • The Import and export of the local currency is possible if the amount is not above NAD 50,000 in Namibia Reserve Banknotes. The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited if declared on arrival.
  • 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.
  • Vietnam nationals are required to show proof 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.
  • Minors travelling to Namibia must present an unabridged birth certificate.
  • Tourists visiting with cats and dogs require an import permit, veterinary health certificate and a rabies vaccination given at least 30 days and at most 12 months before arrival.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Namibia from international airports in Vietnam. There are international airports in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
  • Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Singapore Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Vietnam to Namibia.
  • The estimated flight time from Ho Chi Minh City to Windhoek, Namibia is 21 hours, 10 minutes and from Hanoi, it is 1 day, 3 hours.
  • 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). Vietnam is five hours ahead of Namibia.
  • 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 it safe to visit Namibia?

Namibia is overwhelmingly a peaceful and welcoming country. There are still issues of both poverty and gang violence, but with just a little bit of caution, travellers to this country should be fine.

What is the major religion in Namibia?

Christianity is the most widespread religion in Namibia, with about 90% of the entire population practising it. Islam is also quite prominent.

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.

How populous is Namibia?

Namibia is the 41st largest African country by population, with a bit over two million people living there (precisely 2,280,700). The top 10 African countries by population are Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Sudan, Algeria, and Uganda.