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title: Namibia visa for citizens of Germany
description: "Citizens of Germany can get a visa on arrival in Namibia. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: NAD 1,600. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Namibia visa for citizens of Germany

Citizens of Germany 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.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** NAD 1,600
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at port of entry in Namibia** — Present yourself at immigration with valid passport and completed application form.
2. **Submit visa application** — Hand your form, photo, passport, and supporting documents to the immigration officer.
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay N$1,600 (cash in Namibian dollars or South African rand typically accepted).
4. **Receive visa stamp** — The officer will stamp your passport – visa is usually valid for up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): May be obtained online or at point of entry
- **Recent passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Typically 35x45mm, white background
- **Proof of return/onward travel** (Travel): Flight itinerary showing departure from Namibia
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting): Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or traveler’s cheques
- **Visa fee payment** (Supporting): N$1,600 (approx. €82 / US$88) – can be paid on arrival
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel, optional): Optional but recommended
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory for visa on arrival but advised
- **Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): May support your application but not mandatory
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from an endemic area

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified, but sufficient to cover stay
- Bank statement
- Traveler's cheques
- Cash

Proof of sufficient funds may be asked by immigration.

## Good to know

- Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- Have exact fee in local currency ready (N$ or ZAR); change may not be available.
- Overstaying may result in fines or deportation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Lack of return ticket** — Always have a confirmed onward/return flight booking.
- **Insufficient funds or no proof of funds** — Carry bank statements or sufficient cash/traveler's cheques.
- **Previous immigration violations** — If you have prior overstays in Namibia or other countries, consult an embassy before travel.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Namibia visa cost for citizens of Germany?

Government fee: NAD 1,600.

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

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Recent passport-sized photograph; Proof of return/onward travel; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 5 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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- [Namibia visa for every passport](/visa/namibia)
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