Can I get a visa on arrival in Namibia?

Yes, visitors arriving in Windhoek, Walvis Bay, or at large border crossings can apply for a tourist visa upon arrival, but applying in advance via the online portal is encouraged to avoid delays.

What are the passport requirements for entry into Namibia?

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and have at least 3 blank visa pages.

What documents should I have ready upon arrival in Namibia?

You should have confirmation of accommodation, proof of sufficient funds, a travel itinerary, proof of travel and medical insurance, and your approved eVisa Form (if applicable).

Is yellow fever vaccination required for Namibia?

Yellow fever vaccination is required if you are arriving from certain countries in South America or Africa.

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Do US citizens need a visa for Namibia?

US citizens need a visa to enter Namibia for tourism.

Apply on the official siteNamibia's online visa on arrival portal / Ministry of Home Affairs — last checked 28 June 2026

Always confirm with the official source before you travel.

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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.

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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

You may need a visa if…

A visa is required to enter Namibia for tourism.
Although an 'online visa on arrival portal' is available, applying in advance is encouraged to prevent delays.
Be sure to verify the authorized period of stay stamped in your passport upon arrival and apply for an extension with the Ministry of Home Affairs if needed.
Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date and have at least 3 blank visa pages.
If traveling with minor children, unabridged birth certificates are required, and notarized consent from the absentee parent is needed if only one parent is traveling.

Before you travel

Apply for a Namibian visa in advance, preferably through the online visa on arrival portal, and bring a hard copy of the approval.
Ensure your US passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned arrival date.
Confirm your passport has at least 3 blank 'visa' pages.
Prepare confirmation of accommodation for your stay in Namibia.
Gather proof of sufficient funds for your trip.
Have a travel itinerary ready to present upon arrival.
Obtain proof of travel and medical insurance.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) with the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek.