Visa Requirements for Namibia: A Comprehensive Guide

The required documents for all visa applications include the application form, certified copies of the passport (person data page), a motivation letter from the applicant/host/employer, and proof of payment.

Upon approval, the applicant will be requested to submit their passport together with the original receipt of payment.

The motivation letter for employment visas must state, among other things, the reasons why a Namibian or Namibian service provider cannot be hired for the job.

Proof that the post or services were advertised in local newspapers (Attach list of unsuccessful shortlisted Namibian Candidates or Service Providers) is required for employment visas.

All applications for work visas beyond a period of six months must follow the requirements of an employment permit.

The document requirements for holiday/tourist visas include the submission of the passport together with the original receipt of payment, and all copies must be certified.

The motivation letter for student visas is not specified in the table.

Proof of acceptance/registration with an institution recognized by the Namibian Qualification Authority (NQA) is required for student visas.

The validity period for student visas ranges from 0 to 6 months, depending on the type of visa.

The additional requirements for transit visas include proof of final destination and proof of sufficient funds while in transit (for sustainability).

Transit visas are valid for a maximum of three days (72 hours).

Re-entry visa applications for PRP holders require the submission of the passport and original receipt of payment.

Re-entry visa applications for persons married to Namibians require the submission of the passport, copies of the certificate of identity, marriage certificate, birth certificate, and ID of Namibian spouse, and original receipt of payment.

The validity period for re-entry visas is associated with the attached permit, with a maximum of two years for PRP holders.

Visa upon arrival applications require the submission of the passport together with the application form.

Visa upon arrival is valid for a limited period of 90 days.

Proof of educational qualifications is required for employment visas, but the process for submitting it is not specified in the table.

The process for submitting a deed of surety for student visas is not specified in the table.

Medical and radiological certificates/reports are applicable for six-month applications only and the process for submitting them is not specified in the table.