United States
Namibia
Namibia visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
US citizens receive their visa for Namibia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at namibiaembassyusa.org
Which Namibia visa?
Key facts
- Fee
- €80
- Processing time
- Minimum three working days at the embassy
Namibia’s tourist visa costs €80 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is eservices.mhaiss.gov.na. Processing time, as Namibia states it: Minimum three working days at the embassy.
Namibian citizens travelling to the United States
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Travel advice for Namibia
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
US citizens planning a trip to Namibia can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Namibia at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 14 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Namibia (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Namibia (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Namibia
US citizens may stay in Namibia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Namibia.
How US citizens apply
US citizens receive the visa for Namibia at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Namibia’s neighbours for US citizens
South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Angola admit US citizens visa-free.
Namibian citizens travelling to the United States
Namibian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Namibia?
US citizens receive their visa for Namibia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Namibia?
US citizens can stay in Namibia for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Namibia tourist visa cost?
Namibia’s official sources give a standard fee of €80 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Minimum three working days at the embassy.
Do Namibian citizens need a visa for the United States?
Namibian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Can US citizens enter Namibia visa-free?
No; US citizens need a visa on arrival in Namibia.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.