Knowing the exact Namibia eVisa requirements before you apply will prevent delays and rejections. This article provides a complete checklist of every document and requirement you need.
Passport Requirements
Your passport must meet these conditions:
- Validity: At least 6 months beyond your intended departure date from Namibia
- Blank pages: At least 3 completely blank pages for immigration stamps
- Condition: Undamaged, with clearly readable biodata page
Photograph Requirements
For the online application:
- Colour photograph
- White background
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Shows full face, front view
- No glasses, head coverings (unless religious), or hats
- Within the file size limits of the portal
Travel Documentation
- Return or onward ticket: Proof of confirmed travel out of Namibia
- Accommodation proof: Hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter from a host in Namibia
- Financial proof: Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay (bank statements, credit cards)
Additional Documents by Purpose of Visit
Tourism / Holiday
- Hotel reservations or lodge confirmations
- Travel itinerary
- Return flight booking
Visiting Family or Friends
- Invitation letter from your host in Namibia
- Copy of host’s ID or residence permit
- Host’s address and contact details
Business Visitor
- Letter from your employer
- Invitation from the Namibian business partner
- Details of business activities (meetings, conferences – not employment)
Requirements for Travelling with Children
Namibia has strict child travel requirements:
- Unabridged birth certificate: Must show both parents’ details (original or certified copy)
- Consent affidavit: Required if one parent is not travelling
- Court order: If the travelling parent has sole custody
- Death certificate: If one parent is deceased
- Guardianship documents: If the traveller is not a biological parent
These requirements apply to all children under 18. Namibian immigration officers are strict about enforcement.
Health Requirements
- Yellow fever certificate: Required if arriving from a country with yellow fever risk
- No other mandatory vaccinations, but check current recommendations
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended
Documents to Carry at the Port of Entry
When you arrive in Namibia, have these ready for immigration:
- Valid passport
- Printed eVisa approval
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Birth certificates and consent letters (if travelling with children)
- Yellow fever certificate (if applicable)
Do I need a printed copy of my eVisa?
Yes, carry a printed copy of your approved eVisa. While some immigration officers may accept a digital version on your phone, a printed copy is the safest option and officially recommended.
How many blank passport pages do I need?
You need at least 3 completely blank pages. These must be full pages, not partial or pages with amendment notes.
What counts as proof of sufficient funds?
Bank statements, credit cards, or travellers cheques are generally accepted. There is no officially published minimum amount, but you should be able to demonstrate you can cover your accommodation, food, and transport costs for your entire stay.
