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title: Namibia visa for citizens of the United States
description: "Citizens of the United States 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 the United States

Citizens of the United States 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
- **Visa validity:** 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 (e.g., bank statement, cash, credit card)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather passport, photos, flight itinerary, accommodation proof, and funds evidence.
2. **Arrive at Namibian port of entry** — Proceed to immigration desk with your documents.
3. **Complete arrival/visa application form** — Fill out the visa on arrival form provided at the airport or border.
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over documents and pay the fee of N$1,600 (approx. €82) in cash (Namibian dollars or major currencies).
5. **Receive visa sticker** — Visa is stamped/pasted into passport; check validity and entry conditions.
6. **Optional: apply online beforehand** — Submit electronic application via official online portal, pay fee, and receive pre-approval to speed up arrival process.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Completed visa application form (if obtained online) or arrival form** (Identity): May be filled out on arrival or submitted electronically.
- **Passport-size photographs (2x2 inch)** (Identity): Typically 2 photos with white background.
- **Return/onward flight ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Namibia.
- **Hotel booking or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Must cover entire intended stay.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement, traveler's checks, or cash equivalent.
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but strongly advised.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified; generally sufficient for intended stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)
- Cash or traveler's checks
- Credit card with sufficient limit

Amount may be assessed on arrival; no strict published minimum.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be granted at discretion of immigration officer; ensure all documents are in order.
- Have exact fee in cash (Namibian dollars or US dollars/euros accepted).
- Overstaying may result in fines and future travel bans.
- This rule applies from April 1, 2025; previously US citizens were visa-free.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Renew passport before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a flight leaving Namibia before visa expires.
- **Inadequate proof of funds** — Carry sufficient cash or recent bank statement showing balance.
- **Criminal record or immigration violations** — Ensure no previous overstays in Namibia or other countries.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Namibia?

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

### How long can citizens of the United States stay in Namibia?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: NAD 1,600.

### What documents do citizens of the United States need for Namibia?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Completed visa application form (if obtained online) or arrival form; Passport-size photographs (2x2 inch); Return/onward flight ticket; Hotel booking or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### 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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