🇳🇦Namibia Visa for American Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa on arrival90 days max stay

American passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Namibia (up to 90 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

Visa on arrival effective April 1 2025; fee NAD 1600 for non-AU nationals; can also apply e-visa in advance via eservices.mhaiss.gov.na to avoid additional NAD 400 manual service fee at port

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Entering Namibia on an American passport

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Namibia visa cost for American citizens

Fee for American citizens

NAD 1,600

Non-AU, previously visa-exempt nationals: NAD 1,600 visa-on-entry fee introduced 1 April 2025 on reciprocity grounds.

Visa on Arrival (non-AU nationals)

NAD 1,600

up to 90 daysofficial source
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Visa on Arrival (African Union nationals)

NAD 1,600

up to 90 daysofficial source
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Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

Namibia visa for American citizens — FAQ

Do American citizens need a visa for Namibia?

American passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Namibia (up to 90 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

How long can American citizens stay in Namibia?

American passport holders can stay in Namibia for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.

What documents do American citizens need for Namibia?

A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Namibia visa category.

How much does the Namibia visa cost for American citizens?

The Namibia visa fee is NAD 1,600 for American citizens under Namibia's nationality-based fee schedule.

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