Visa & entry requirements for Namibia How visitors enter Namibia: passport rules, e-visa / visa on arrival via MHAISS, and what to check before you fly. Practical guide for namibia.na travellers. Last checked: 2026-10-14 Start with the official portal Visa rules depend on your nationality and change. Always confirm your category on the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) E-Services portal before you book non-refundable travel. namibia.na summarises process—not a substitute for the Ministry’s decision. - Portal: https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/ - Visa enquiries (MHAISS): +264 81 951 0128 / +264 81 951 0186 - Public Relations (MHAISS fact sheet): Public.Relations@mha.gov.na Passport basics (from MHAISS fact sheet) MHAISS guidance for online applications lists a valid passport with at least 6 months validity and 3 blank pages, plus a completed application and an invitation letter if you are invited. Carry a printed copy of any e-visa or approval notice to the port of entry (also stressed by Namibia Airports Company). Visa on arrival & holiday visa Eligible travellers may use Visa on Arrival and/or Holiday Visa channels via the MHAISS portal. Apply online before travel when possible to reduce time at immigration. Published fee bands on the MHAISS holiday-visa page and fact sheet (verify before payment): N$1,200 upon approval for African Union countries and N$1,600 for others. Fees and eligibility can change—check with MHAISS if your nationality or purpose differs. Yellow fever & health certificates Namibia may require yellow-fever proof if you arrive from (or transit through) a risk country. Check current entry health rules with the Ministry of Health and Social Services and your airline; see also our Health & malaria guide. Check with your departure country’s clinic for certificates. Customs on arrival Declare goods as required by the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA). Use the green/red channel rules in NamRA’s Traveller’s Guide. Duty-free allowances and prohibited items are set by NamRA—check current amounts with NamRA, not travel blogs. - NamRA Customs & Excise: https://www.namra.org.na/customs-excise - Call centre listed on NamRA site: +264 81 959 4000 Q: Do I need a visa for Namibia? A: It depends on your nationality and the current exemption list. Check with MHAISS on https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/ — do not rely on outdated blog lists. Q: Should I apply online before flying? A: Namibia Airports Company recommends eligible Visa-on-Arrival applicants apply in advance via the portal and carry a printed e-visa/approval notice. Q: How much is the visa fee? A: MHAISS has published N$1,200 (AU) / N$1,600 (other) for holiday/VoA-style fees in official materials. Confirm the live amount on the portal at payment time—check with MHAISS if unsure.
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