How Indian passport holders get a visa for Namibia: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — visa exemption ended April 2025; eVisa required
- Government fee: NAD 1,600 (~₹7,200 / USD 90) for the standard tourist eVisa.
- Processing time: 7-10 working days. Apply 3-4 weeks before travel.
- Maximum stay: Single and multiple-entry visas are issued for up to 3 months.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 60/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-style photo (white background)
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Detailed itinerary + hotel/lodge bookings for full stay
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from a YF-risk country)
- Proof of funds (bank statements)
How & where to apply
Effective 1 April 2025, Namibia ended its visa exemption for 33 countries including India. Indian citizens now MUST apply for a Namibia eVisa via the official Ministry of Home Affairs e-services portal before travel. No more visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry. Namibia Ministry of Home Affairs e-Visa (official)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Windhoek Hosea Kutako (WDH) for non-Namibian destinations does not require entry.
Good to know
IMPORTANT POLICY CHANGE: Namibia ended visa-free access for Indian citizens on 1 April 2025. Always confirm the current policy on the official MoHAISS portal before booking. Holders of Indian DIPLOMATIC or OFFICIAL passports remain visa-exempt for 90 days. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/holidayvisa-services
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Namibia?
eVisa — visa exemption ended April 2025; eVisa required. IMPORTANT POLICY CHANGE: Namibia ended visa-free access for Indian citizens on 1 April 2025. Always confirm the current policy on the official MoHAISS portal before booking. Holders of Indian DIPLOMATIC or OFFICIAL passports remain visa-exempt for 90 days. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Namibia visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-style photo (white background); Confirmed return / onward ticket; Detailed itinerary + hotel/lodge bookings for full stay; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from a YF-risk country); Proof of funds (bank statements)
How long does a Namibia visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 7-10 working days. Apply 3-4 weeks before travel.. Government fee: NAD 1,600 (~₹7,200 / USD 90) for the standard tourist eVisa.. Maximum stay: Single and multiple-entry visas are issued for up to 3 months..
How do Indians apply for a Namibia visa?
Effective 1 April 2025, Namibia ended its visa exemption for 33 countries including India. Indian citizens now MUST apply for a Namibia eVisa via the official Ministry of Home Affairs e-services portal before travel. No more visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry. Official source: https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/holidayvisa-services