Namibia visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Namibia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Namibian Visa.

  • Your original Rwandan passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended trip date. It should have at least one blank page for visa stamp.
  • Visa application form filled in Block letters and duly signed.
  • Two recent coloured passport-sized photographs that meet the visa photo specification.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Medical report that shows your most recent health status.
  • A police report from Rwanda showing good conduct.
  • For minors, a certified unabridged birth certificate accompanied by a signed letter of consent from their parents is needed.
  • Round trip or onward ticket.
  • Flight bookings.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of financial sustenance for your stay in Namibia.
  • An introduction letter detailing the trip.
  • There's no Namibian embassy in Rwanda. You could apply at the embassy in Tanzania.
  • From September 2019, Rwandans travelling to Namibia can get a visa on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport in Namibia at the cost of N$1000. 

Namibia Visa for Rwandans

Facts about Namibia

Namibia is one of the most beautiful countries in Africa. The country’s natural beauty and spectacular ambiance make the country one of the most visited countries in the world. The country is blessed with national parks which are ideal for wildlife watching. The elite wildlife-watching destination is the Etosha National Park where big cats, elephants, black rhinos and plain game can be seen in abundance. Other prime destinations for wildlife watching are Damaraland, Nkasa Rupara, and Bwabwata. Walvis Bay beach is a popular destination for fishing, shark-angling, and kiteboarding.
 
The tourism industry is one of the most important industries in Namibia. The industry is responsible for contributing 14.5% to the country’s GDP and providing 18.2% of the country’s labor force. Namibia receives an average of one million visitors yearly. More and more tourists are sure to troop into the country as the years go by.
 
Foreigners traveling to Namibia should desist from smuggling or trafficking illegal drugs. Punishment for this can be very severe and prison conditions in Namibia are harsh.
 
Citizens of Angola, Australia, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States can visit Namibia visa-free for a maximum of 90 days within a given calendar year.

Types of Namibia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 working days 3 months
Business visa 5 working days 3 months
Transit visa 5 working days 3 days

General Requirements for Namibia Visa

  • Your original Rwandan passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended trip date. It should have at least one blank page for visa stamp.
  • Visa application form filled in Block letters and duly signed.
  • Two recent coloured passport-sized photographs that meet the visa photo specification.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Medical report that shows your most recent health status.
  • A police report from Rwanda showing good conduct.
  • For minors, a certified unabridged birth certificate accompanied by a signed letter of consent from their parents is needed.
  • Round trip or onward ticket.
  • Flight bookings.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of financial sustenance for your stay in Namibia.
  • An introduction letter detailing the trip.
  • There's no Namibian embassy in Rwanda. You could apply at the embassy in Tanzania.
  • From September 2019, Rwandans travelling to Namibia can get a visa on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport in Namibia at the cost of N$1000. 
Namibia Tourist visa Namibia Business visa Namibia Transit visa

Namibia Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows Rwandans transit through Namibia to a third country. It allows a maximum stay of 3 days in Namibia.
  • You can't visit friends and relatives with this visa.
  • You are also not allowed to study or take up paid work in Namibia with this visa.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate should be provided along with a signed letter of consent.
  • The onward flight ticket and a valid visa to your destination country must be provided.
  • The transit visa costs $60 and takes a period of 5 working days to be processed.

Namibia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Tourist visa is for Rwandans travelling to Namibia for sightseeing, visitation, relaxation and other recreational purposes.
  • This visa allows you to visit friends and family while in Namibia.
  • You're to provide a proof of accommodation that spans your stay in Namibia. This proof could be in the form of hotel reservation or an invitation letter from a host if you intend to stay with a Namibian.
  • You're also required to present a valid means of identification of your host.
  • For non-Rwandans, a residence permit is required for this visa application.
  • Recent bank statement of the visa applicant is needed as proof that you can cater for your stay in Namibia.
  • You're not allowed to take up paid employment with this visa.
  • This visa is usually processed in 5 working days and it costs $70 for a single entry visa while the multiple entry visa costs $140.
  • The visa is valid for a period of 90 days but can be extended for another 3 months from the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek.
  • You must obtain a permit to bring a pet into Namibia. The aplication for a permit must be submitted at the embassy no later than 3 days to intended travel date.

Namibia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for Rwandans travelling to Namibia for business activities in Namibia.
  • With this visa, you can attend business-related events, meet up with business partners, negotiate and sign business contracts in the country.
  • You can also set up a business with this visa.
  • Non-Rwandans are required to provide a valid residence permit while applying for the business visa.
  • A letter of introduction from your company in Rwanda detailing its business activities, financial responsibility covering the trip if any, your position and purpose of the trip is needed.
  • An invitation letter from the host company in Namibia containing full details of your visit and affirmation of any financial responsibility. 
  • Both letters must be written on the respective companies letterhead.
  • If there are any previous relations with the host company in Namibia, it's important that you show any documentation that affirms this business relationship.
  • You are expected to leave Namibia before the expiration of your visa.
  • This visa costs $90 and is usually processed in 5 working days.
  • This visa allows a stay of up to 90 days but can be extended for another 3 months from the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek.

Namibia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

70.00 (USD)

Business visa

90.00 (USD)

Transit visa

60.00 (USD)

Namibia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda

Location

Address

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages do they speak in Namibia?

English is an official language of Namibia making most of the citizens capable of speaking and understanding it. The older Namibians however only take English as a third language and as such the standard is fairly poor. Other major indigenous languages include Oshiwambo, Otjiherero, Nama, Damara, Rukwangali and Silozi.  There are also Namibians with German descent who speak German especially in the commercial areas of Windhoek, Swakopmund and various farms scattered through the country.

What's the accepted currency in Namibia?

The official Namibian currency is the Namibian Dollar (N$). Namibia being a member of the Southern African Common Monetary Area makes the South African Rand also a legal tender in Namibia. ATM's are available in Windhoek, Swakopmund, Luderitz, Tsumeb, and other towns and cities. Travellers are advised to use only teller machines inside malls because credit and debit card fraud is a major problem in the country. 

Do I need to get vaccinations while travelling to Namibia?

The Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Namibia: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

What can I see while in Namibia?
Namibia is well known as a land of great natural beauty. For travellers, going out in the countryside, either on a tour or by renting a car, and taking in sights like the deserts, the mountains and the villages are great activities to enjoy while in Namibia.
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