Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
US citizens need a visa to enter Namibia for tourism.
Add your travel date and we'll tell you exactly how much to panic, based on typical processing times.
Full visa applications can take several weeks.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
No vaccine — antimalarials + bite avoidance recommended for risk regions.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
For short tourist trips to Namibia, US passport holders are required to obtain a visa. While it is possible to apply online in advance via the e-visa on arrival portal or apply upon arrival at certain entry points, applying in advance reduces potential delays.
For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular US passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism |
| Visa required | Yes — visa required |
| Maximum stay | Verify authorized period of stay in your Visitor’s Entry Permit stamp upon arrival. |
| Passport validity | Must be valid at the time of entry and 6 months beyond your arrival date. |
| Return/onward ticket | No, but confirmation of accommodation, sufficient funds, and travel itinerary are required. |
| Arrival form | Approved eVisa Form (if applicable) is required if applying online in advance. No specific arrival form is mentioned for on-arrival applications beyond standard immigration procedures. |
| Last checked | 28 June 2026 |
No visa is required for US citizens visiting Morocco for tourism for stays under 90 days.
Read the dossierUS citizens need a visa to enter Egypt, which can be obtained upon arrival, or as an eVisa online.
Read the dossierNo visa is required for US citizens visiting Tunisia for tourism for stays of 90 days or less.
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