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Thailand to Namibia visa requirements

Thai ordinary passport holders need a visa for Namibia, but they are eligible for Visa on Arrival for tourism. It is strongly recommended to apply online in advance through Namibia's official e-Visa (Visa on Arrival) portal to avoid border delays and the extra manual service fee. Thailand is not on Namibia's visa-exemption list, so Thai citizens cannot enter visa-free. However, Thailand is among the countries eligible for Namibia's Visa on Arrival (VOA), introduced/expanded under the visa reforms that took effect on 1 April 2025. The visa is issued for tourism only at designated airports and land/sea border posts (Hosea Kutako International Airport, Walvis Bay Airport and Harbour, Trans-Kalahari, Oshikango, Katima Mulilo, Noordoewer and others). The same authorisation can — and per the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security should — be applied for in advance online via eservices.mhaiss.gov.na (the official e-Visa / online Visa on Arrival system). The fee for non-African Union nationals is N$1,600. Applications made manually at the immigration counter on arrival incur an additional N$400 service fee, so applying online is cheaper and faster. Tourists may stay up to 90 days; the online VOA is commonly issued for an initial 30-day period that can be extended at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek, up to the 90-day maximum. Requirements include a passport valid at least six months beyond the intended stay with at least three blank pages, a confirmed return/onward ticket, and proof of accommodation/funds. Namibia is in southern Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Because Thailand has no visa waiver with Namibia, the conservative and accurate verdict is visa-required, satisfied through Visa on Arrival / online e-Visa.
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 / online e-Visa (tourism)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (online VOA often issued for 30 days, extendable)
per entry
Entries
Single entry typical; multiple-entry possible via e-Visa
from issue date
Visa fee
N$1,600 (non-AU nationals); +N$400 service fee if applied manually on arrival
consular fee only
Processing time
Immediate at border; online e-Visa typically a few business days
standard track
Validity
Enter within the validity shown on the approval; stay up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Thai passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure from Namibia and has a minimum of three blank pages for stamps.
· 6 months validity· 3 blank pages
/02
Create an account on the official portal
Register at the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services portal (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na) and select the Visa on Arrival / e-Visa option for tourism.
· eservices.mhaiss.gov.na· Tourism category
/03
Complete the application and upload documents
Fill in personal, passport and travel details, then upload a passport-style photo, a scan of your passport bio page, your return/onward ticket and accommodation details.
· Photo· Passport scan· Return ticket
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the N$1,600 fee securely online. Paying in advance avoids the extra N$400 manual service fee charged for applications made at the immigration counter.
· N$1,600· Avoids N$400 surcharge
/05
Receive and print the approval
Track the application status online; once approved, download and print the e-Visa / Visa on Arrival approval to present at the border.
· Print approval
/06
Present documents on arrival
At a designated port of entry (e.g. Hosea Kutako International Airport), show your passport, printed approval, return ticket and proof of funds/accommodation to receive the entry stamp.
· Designated ports only· Tourism only
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Thailand -> Namibia · Visa on Arrival / online e-Visa (tourism)
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RequiredThai passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least three blank passport pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedApproved online e-Visa / Visa on Arrival printout
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredPassport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
ConditionalVisa fee N$1,600 (plus N$400 if applying manually at border)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
situational
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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.
Official sourcesNamibia Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security - e-Services (Visa on Arrival)Visit Namibia - Official Visa InformationEmbassy of Namibia (Berlin) - Visa Exemption / Visa on Arrival list
Application link included: Namibia Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security - e-Services (Visa on Arrival)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee (non-AU nationals)N$1,600Applies to both online e-Visa and Visa on Arrival; approx. €82 / US$88
Manual service fee (on-arrival application)N$400Charged only if you apply at the immigration counter instead of online
Visa extension (in Namibia)VariesPaid at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek to extend toward the 90-day max
Total estimateN$1,600 — N$2,000incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online e-Visa (Visa on Arrival) in advance
Typically a few business days
Apply at eservices.mhaiss.gov.na before travel; cheaper, faster at the border, and avoids the N$400 manual surcharge.
Visa on Arrival at the border
Issued on the spot at designated ports
Available to Thai nationals at approved airports and border posts, but incurs the extra N$400 service fee and possible queues.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Thailand is not on Namibia's visa-exemption list, so Thai ordinary passport holders cannot enter visa-free.
High
/02
2025 visa reform
Namibia's new visa regime effective 1 April 2025 ended several waivers and channels most tourists through paid VOA / e-Visa.
High
/03
Tourism is permitted under VOA
Thailand is among the nationalities eligible for Visa on Arrival, which is designated for tourist purposes.
Medium
/04
Online application is encouraged
The Ministry of Home Affairs promotes its online e-Visa portal to reduce congestion and avoid the manual service fee.
Medium
/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
Thailand to Namibia route verified
Confirmed via Namibia Ministry of Home Affairs e-Services, Visit Namibia and embassy sources that Thai ordinary passport holders require a visa, available as Visa on Arrival / online e-Visa (N$1,600; +N$400 manual fee), up to 90 days, following the 1 April 2025 reform.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Thai citizens enter Namibia without a visa?—
No. Thailand is not on Namibia's visa-exemption list. Thai ordinary passport holders need a visa, available as Visa on Arrival or an online e-Visa for tourism.
How much does the Namibia visa cost for Thai travelers?+
Should I apply online or get the visa at the airport?+
How long can I stay in Namibia as a tourist?+
Is Namibia part of the Schengen area?+
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