Namibia Digital Nomad Visa

Namibia digital nomad visa (2026)

Namibia's Digital Nomad Visa lets remote employees, freelancers and self-employed people who earn their income outside Namibia live there for six months. Applications go through the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), which forwards them with a support letter to the Ministry of Home Affairs. The visa is single-entry and cannot be renewed or converted to another status.

Minimum income: US$2,000 per month
Length of stay: 6 months
Renewal: Not renewable; you may reapply 12 months after expiry
Fee: NAD 3,300 for the main applicant, payable after approval
Processing time: About 2–3 weeks

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Who can apply

Work remotely for an employer or clients based outside Namibia
Net monthly income of at least US$2,000 (more with dependants)
International health and travel insurance
No existing legal status in Namibia at the time of applying (cannot apply while on a tourist visa)

Income requirement

You need to show at least US$2,000 per month. Main applicant needs US$2,000 a month after tax, plus US$1,000 for an accompanying spouse and US$500 per accompanying child; savings shown in six months of bank or investment statements may also be accepted.

Documents you need

Visa application form 3-1/0033, signed
Medical certificate and radiological report on Namibian forms
Certified passport copy
Proof of income (payslips or employment contract) and 6 months of bank statements
Employer motivation letter (freelancers write their own)
Certified copies of qualifications
Police clearance from country of origin, translated into English

How to apply, step by step

Gather the documents on the NIPDB checklist
Email the complete dossier to NIPDB (nomadvisa@nipdb.com)
NIPDB sends its motivation letter and your file to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHAISS)
After approval, pay the fee by transfer (or via a local representative)
MHAISS issues an entry visa document once payment is confirmed

Cost and processing time

The fee is nAD 3,300 for the main applicant, payable after approval. Processing takes about 2–3 weeks. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

NIPDB says holders who spend more than 180 days in Namibia while earning foreign income may become liable for income tax; check with the tax authority.

Good to know

Single-entry only
Cannot be used to work for Namibian businesses or to study
Fee covers dependants only if they apply together with the main applicant
All documents must be in English and no older than 6 months

Visiting first?

55 passports can enter Namibia visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Namibia visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB)

Namibia digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Namibia digital nomad visa?

US$2,000 per month. Main applicant needs US$2,000 a month after tax, plus US$1,000 for an accompanying spouse and US$500 per accompanying child; savings shown in six months of bank or investment statements may also be accepted.

How long can I stay in Namibia on a digital nomad visa?

6 months. Not renewable; you may reapply 12 months after expiry.

How much does the Namibia digital nomad visa cost?

NAD 3,300 for the main applicant, payable after approval.

How long does the Namibia digital nomad visa take?

About 2–3 weeks.

Do I pay tax in Namibia on a digital nomad visa?

NIPDB says holders who spend more than 180 days in Namibia while earning foreign income may become liable for income tax; check with the tax authority.