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title: Namibia visa for citizens of Canada
description: "Citizens of Canada can get a visa on arrival in Namibia. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Namibia visa for citizens of Canada

Citizens of Canada can get a visa on arrival in Namibia.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

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## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (e.g., cash, bank statement)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated airport** — Only at Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) or Walvis Bay Airport (WVB).
2. **Proceed to Visa on Arrival counter** — Look for immigration counters labelled 'Visa on Arrival' before passport control.
3. **Submit required documents** — Hand over passport, onward ticket, accommodation proof, and photo if requested.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Fee must be paid in cash in Namibian dollars or US dollars (exact amount varies; check current rate).
5. **Wait for processing** — Visa is usually issued within a few minutes.
6. **Receive visa and enter Namibia** — Stamped in passport; proceed to immigration clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay and have at least two blank pages.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking out of Namibia.
- **Accommodation proof** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash showing ability to cover stay.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity, optional): One recent photo; may be required if not taken on arrival.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Cash
- Credit card

Proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay may be requested.

## Good to know

- Visa fees are payable in cash only (NAD or USD); no credit cards.
- Visa on Arrival is only available at Windhoek and Walvis Bay airports; land borders do not offer it.
- Maximum stay is 30 days; overstaying leads to fines and potential deportation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity or blank pages** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date and has 2 blank pages.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Always have a confirmed return or onward flight booking.
- **Inadequate funds** — Carry enough cash or bank proof showing coverage of stay.
- **Previous immigration violations or criminal record** — Check eligibility beforehand; serious offenses may lead to denial.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Canada need a visa for Namibia?

Citizens of Canada can get a visa on arrival in Namibia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Canada stay in Namibia?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Canada need for Namibia?

Passport; Return or onward ticket; Accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-size photo.

### How long must my passport be valid for Namibia?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Namibia visa for every passport](/visa/namibia)
- [Every destination for Canada passport holders](/visa/passport/canada)