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title: Namibia visa for citizens of Malawi
description: Citizens of Malawi can visit Namibia without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Namibia visa for citizens of Malawi

Citizens of Malawi can visit Namibia without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free · Tourist
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **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 the stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has blank pages.
2. **Book onward or return travel** — Secure a confirmed ticket showing departure from Namibia.
3. **Gather proof of funds** — Carry bank statements or cash to demonstrate sufficient means.
4. **Arrive at Namibian port of entry** — Present passport and completed immigration form to the officer.
5. **Receive entry stamp** — The officer will stamp the passport upon verifying documents.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least two blank pages.
- **Completed immigration form** (Travel): Issued upon arrival or available on the aircraft.
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed ticket departing Namibia.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or cash to cover the intended stay.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): Recommended to expedite entry, though not mandatory for visa-free travelers.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Only required if traveling from an endemic area.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** None specified
- bank statements
- cash

Must show ability to cover expenses for the intended duration of stay.

## Good to know

- Maximum stay of 90 days is granted upon arrival, but extensions may be sought from immigration authorities.
- Overstay is strictly penalized with fines or potentially a ban.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid at least 6 months beyond intended departure.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed ticket for departure.
- **Inability to prove sufficient funds** — Carry bank statements or sufficient cash.
- **Previous immigration violations in Namibia or other countries** — Maintain a clean travel record.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Malawi can visit Namibia without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Tourist.

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport; Completed immigration form; Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

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

At least 6 months.

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