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Netherlands to Namibia visa requirements

Q: How much does the Namibia tourist visa cost for Dutch travelers?

N$1,600 (about EUR 80-85) for non-African Union nationals. Applying manually at the border may cost more, as authorities have announced a surcharge to encourage online applications.

Q: Should I get the visa on arrival or apply online first?

Namibian authorities strongly recommend applying online in advance through the Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services portal. It reduces border queues and the risk of problems on arrival.

Q: How long can I stay in Namibia?

Tourist visas are typically issued for up to 90 days within a 12-month period. Extensions can be requested from the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek.

Q: What documents do I need at the border?

A passport valid at least 6 months with 3 blank pages, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation and funds, a passport photo, and your e-Visa approval if you applied online.

Q: Is Namibia part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Namibia is in Southern Africa and is not in the Schengen zone, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Namibia.

Dutch passport holders now need a visa for Namibia. Visa-free entry was abolished on 1 April 2025; you get a visa on arrival (N$1,600), but applying for the e-Visa online in advance is strongly recommended. Until 31 March 2025, Netherlands ordinary passport holders could enter Namibia visa-free for up to 90 days. Effective 1 April 2025, the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security abolished visa-free entry for the Netherlands and roughly 30 other (mostly European and Western) countries, citing a lack of reciprocity. Dutch tourists now require a visa. The standard channel is a Visa on Arrival (VOA) issued at major ports of entry for a fee of N$1,600 (about EUR 80-85) for non-African Union nationals. Namibia also operates an online e-Visa / pre-approved Visa on Arrival system, and authorities strongly recommend applying online in advance via the Ministry's e-Services portal to avoid border queues and reduce the risk of being turned away. The visa allows a short tourist stay (typically up to 90 days within a 12-month period, issued for the period requested), and travelers must hold a passport valid at least 6 months with at least 3 blank pages and a return/onward ticket. Namibia is in Southern Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa on Arrival (e-Visa / pre-approval strongly recommended)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (issued for the period requested; max 90 days in any 12 months)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (typical); multiple-entry at immigration discretion

from issue date

Visa fee

N$1,600 (approx. EUR 80-85) for non-AU nationals

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival at the border; e-Visa pre-approval usually within a few hours to a few days

standard track

Validity

Visa valid up to 3 months from issue for the authorized stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you now need a visa

Since 1 April 2025 Netherlands passport holders no longer enter Namibia visa-free. Plan for a Visa on Arrival or, preferably, an advance e-Visa.

· Policy change: 1 April 2025

/02

Check passport and document validity

Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, has at least 3 blank pages, and that you hold a confirmed return/onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

· 6 months validity· 3 blank pages

/03

Apply online in advance (recommended)

Register on the Namibia Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services portal, select Visa on Arrival under E-Services, start a new application, and upload a passport photo and a PDF scan of your passport bio page.

· eservices.mhaiss.gov.na

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the N$1,600 fee (approx. EUR 80-85) online for the e-Visa, or at the port of entry if applying on arrival. Keep the payment receipt and approval letter.

· N$1,600

/05

Travel and present documents at the border

At Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek), Walvis Bay, or an approved land border, present your passport, approval/QR code (if e-Visa), return ticket, and proof of funds and accommodation.

· Approved ports of entry only

/06

Receive your visa and observe the stay limit

Get your visa sticker/stamp and respect the authorized stay (up to 90 days). Extensions can be requested from the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek.

· Up to 90 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least 3 blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking / invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photo (digital for e-Visa)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RecommendedPDF scan of passport bio page (for e-Visa upload)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

recommended

Recommendede-Visa / Visa on Arrival approval letter or QR code printed

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredVisa fee payment (N$1,600) ready (card/cash)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

ConditionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from a risk country

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisit Namibia (Official Tourism Board) - Visa Information Namibia Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services - Visa on Arrival Mission of Namibia (Geneva) - New Visa Requirements 1 April 2025

Application link included: Visit Namibia (Official Tourism Board) - Visa Information

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa on Arrival / e-Visa fee (non-AU nationals)N$1,600Approx. EUR 80-85; standard tourist visa fee since 1 April 2025

Manual application at border (announced surcharge)Up to N$2,000Authorities have signaled a higher fee for in-person border applications to encourage online pre-approval

Visa extension (Ministry of Home Affairs, Windhoek)VariablePayable locally if extending beyond the initial authorized stay

Total estimateN$1,600 — N$2,000incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online e-Visa / pre-approved Visa on Arrival

Few hours to a few days

Apply via the Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services portal before travel; arrive with approval already secured.

Visa on Arrival at the border

At the port of entry (queue-dependent)

Issued on arrival at approved airports and land borders; risk of queues and possible higher fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism / holiday

Short leisure visits such as safaris, Sossusvlei, Etosha and the coast are the most common reason Dutch travelers seek a Namibian visa.

High

/02

Visiting friends and relatives

Trips to see family or friends resident in Namibia.

Medium

/03

Business meetings and conferences

Short business visits; a visa on arrival or e-Visa can cover qualifying short business trips.

Medium

/04

Transit and combined Southern Africa trips

Travelers combining Namibia with South Africa, Botswana or Victoria Falls.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Netherlands to Namibia route verified

Confirmed via Visit Namibia, the Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services portal and the Namibian mission that visa-free entry for Netherlands passport holders ended on 1 April 2025; Dutch tourists now require a Visa on Arrival (N$1,600), with the e-Visa strongly recommended in advance.

/09 — The questions