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Türkiye to Namibia visa requirements

Yes, a Turkish ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Namibia, but it can be obtained as a visa on arrival (eVOA) - either applied for online in advance or paid for at the airport/border on entry. The fee is NAD 1,600 for a stay of up to 90 days. Turkey is NOT on Namibia's ordinary-passport visa-exemption list. The bilateral Turkey-Namibia waiver only covers diplomatic and official/service passports, so tourists on an ordinary Turkish passport must hold a visa. Since the visa-policy reforms that took effect on 1 April 2025, Namibia operates a visa-on-arrival (VOA) scheme alongside an online e-Visa / eVOA portal (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na, launched March 2025). Turkish ordinary passport holders are eligible for this VOA. The strongly recommended route is to apply online in advance through the official MHAISS e-services portal, pay the NAD 1,600 fee (about US$88, for non-African Union nationals), and present the approval letter at the port of entry - this avoids airport queues and the risk of being turned away. The visa is granted for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Visa on arrival is available at designated ports including Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek), Walvis Bay International Airport, and several land border posts. A passport valid at least 6 months with 3 blank pages, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient funds, and travel/medical insurance are required. Note: one secondary aggregator suggested Turkey was visa-free, but this conflicts with the official Namibian Embassy exemption list (which places Turkey only under the diplomatic/official passport category) and with the MHAISS VOA list; the conservative and accurate verdict is visa-on-arrival.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa on Arrival (eVOA) - tourist
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (per visa issued)
from issue date
Visa fee
NAD 1,600 (approx. US$88) for non-African Union nationals
consular fee only
Processing time
Online eVOA: typically 3-7 business days; on arrival: 15-45 minutes at the counter
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within 3 months of issue; passport must have 6+ months validity
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport validity
Verify your ordinary Turkish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure from Namibia and has at least 3 blank pages. Turkish ordinary passports are eligible for Namibia's visa on arrival / eVOA.
· 6-month validity· 3 blank pages
/02
Apply online in advance (recommended)
Create an account on the official MHAISS e-services portal (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/visaonarrival), complete the paperless application, and upload a passport photo and passport bio page.
· Official portal· Paperless
/03
Upload supporting documents
Attach proof of accommodation, return/onward flight ticket, proof of sufficient funds (bank statement), travel/medical insurance, and a motivation/cover letter if requested.
· Accommodation· Onward ticket· Insurance
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the NAD 1,600 fee online by card through the portal. Keep the payment confirmation.
· NAD 1,600· Card payment
/05
Receive and print the approval
Wait for the eVOA approval (usually a few business days) and print the approval letter or save it on your phone.
· Print approval
/06
Present documents at the port of entry
On arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport or another designated port, present your passport, eVOA approval, return ticket and proof of accommodation to immigration. If you did not apply online, you may pay and obtain the visa at the counter.
· Hosea Kutako· On-arrival option
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredOrdinary Turkish passport valid 6+ months with 3+ blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedeVOA approval printed or saved (if applied online in advance)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredReturn or onward flight 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 (recent bank statement)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedTravel / medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredRecent passport-style photo (digital for upload)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee NAD 1,600 (card for online, or means to pay on arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
OptionalMotivation / cover letter describing trip purpose
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
OptionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
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 sourcesNamibia Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security - Visa on Arrival / e-Services portalEmbassy of the Republic of Namibia (Berlin) - List of Countries with Visa Exemption AgreementsFragomen - Namibia: New Online Visa-on-Arrival Launched
Application link included: Namibia Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security - Visa on Arrival / e-Services portal
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival / eVOA fee (non-African Union nationals)NAD 1,600Approx. US$88; applies to Turkish nationals
Card / payment processingNAD 0-50Bank or gateway surcharge may apply online
Travel & medical insurance (typical)From ~US$30Not a visa fee but commonly required as supporting document
Total estimateNAD 1,600 (approx. US$88) — NAD 1,650+ (approx. US$90, plus insurance)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online eVOA (apply in advance)
~3-7 business days
Apply via the official MHAISS e-services portal before travel; arrive with an approval letter and skip the application queue at the airport.
Visa on arrival at port of entry
15-45 minutes at the counter
Apply and pay directly at designated airports/borders such as Hosea Kutako International Airport; risk of queues and last-minute documentation checks.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No ordinary-passport visa waiver
The Turkey-Namibia visa exemption agreement covers only diplomatic and official/service passports, not ordinary tourist passports.
High
/02
2025 visa-policy reform
Namibia overhauled its visa regime from 1 April 2025, ending visa-free entry for many nationalities and rolling out a paid VOA/eVOA system.
High
/03
Tourism / short visit
Short tourist stays of up to 90 days are handled through the visa-on-arrival channel rather than an embassy sticker visa.
High
/04
Revenue and border management
Namibia introduced the NAD 1,600 fee and online pre-registration to manage arrivals and generate revenue.
Medium
/05
Reciprocity considerations
Namibia's policy partly mirrors visa treatment its own citizens face abroad.
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
Turkey to Namibia route verified
Confirmed via the Namibian MHAISS e-services portal, the Namibian Embassy (Berlin) exemption list, Fragomen and Wikipedia that ordinary Turkish passport holders require a visa on arrival / eVOA (NAD 1,600, up to 90 days). The bilateral waiver applies only to diplomatic/official passports.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Namibia?—
Yes. Ordinary Turkish passport holders need a visa, but it is available as a visa on arrival or as an online eVOA. Only diplomatic and official Turkish passports are visa-exempt.
How much does the Namibia visa cost for Turkish travelers?+
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