What documents does a China citizen need for a Namibia visa?

- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with at least 2 blank pages - Scanned copy of passport bio-data page - Recent passport-size photo (digital upload, white background) - Proof of accommodation booking in Namibia - Return or onward flight itinerary - Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement) - Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country - No biometrics required at application stage; travel health insurance is recommended but not mandatory

What types of visas can China citizens get for Namibia?

- Tourist e-Visa: single entry, valid for stays up to 90 days, approximate fee USD 65 (N$1,200) - Business e-Visa: single or multiple entry, up to 90 days, requires an invitation letter from a Namibian host, fee roughly USD 100 - Transit e-Visa: for stays under 24 hours, fee approximately USD 30

How do China citizens apply for a Namibia visa?

- Apply through Namibia's Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration e-Visa portal (mha.gov.na) - Steps: create an account, complete the online application form, upload passport scan and photo, upload accommodation and flight details, pay the fee online by card - Fee is payable in USD or Namibian dollars via the portal's card payment gateway - Standard processing time is 5-10 business days; apply at least 2 weeks before travel to allow for review - Approval is sent by email as a PDF e-Visa, which must be printed and presented along with your passport on arrival

How much does a Namibia visa cost for China citizens?

- Tourist e-Visa fee: approximately N$1,200 (about USD 65) - Business e-Visa fee: approximately USD 100 - No separate VFS/BLS service fee, since the Namibian e-Visa is processed directly through the government portal - Standard processing: 5-10 business days - No official expedited/priority service is offered; delays are more common during peak tourist season (June-September), so apply early

What should China citizens know before traveling to Namibia?

- Apply at least 3-4 weeks before departure during the June-September peak season, as processing can run slower than the stated 5-10 business days - Double-check that your uploaded photo meets the white-background requirement, as mismatched photos are a common cause of rejection - Print both your e-Visa approval and your passport bio-page copy to carry as backup in case of system issues at the airport - If traveling for business, secure your Namibian host's invitation letter well in advance, as incomplete business documentation is the most common rejection reason for this category - Extensions of stay can be requested at the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs office in Windhoek before the e-Visa expires

Namibia Visa for China Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Chinese citizens need an e-Visa for Namibia, applied for online before travel, with a typical single-entry fee around USD 65 for a 30-day stay.

Guide last updated October 4, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with at least 2 blank pages
Scanned copy of passport bio-data page
Recent passport-size photo (digital upload, white background)
Proof of accommodation booking in Namibia
Return or onward flight itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement)
Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country
No biometrics required at application stage; travel health insurance is recommended but not mandatory

Visa types

Tourist e-Visa: single entry, valid for stays up to 90 days, approximate fee USD 65 (N$1,200)
Business e-Visa: single or multiple entry, up to 90 days, requires an invitation letter from a Namibian host, fee roughly USD 100
Transit e-Visa: for stays under 24 hours, fee approximately USD 30

How to apply online

Apply through Namibia's Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration e-Visa portal (mha.gov.na)
Steps: create an account, complete the online application form, upload passport scan and photo, upload accommodation and flight details, pay the fee online by card
Fee is payable in USD or Namibian dollars via the portal's card payment gateway
Standard processing time is 5-10 business days; apply at least 2 weeks before travel to allow for review
Approval is sent by email as a PDF e-Visa, which must be printed and presented along with your passport on arrival

Fees & processing time

Tourist e-Visa fee: approximately N$1,200 (about USD 65)
Business e-Visa fee: approximately USD 100
No separate VFS/BLS service fee, since the Namibian e-Visa is processed directly through the government portal
Standard processing: 5-10 business days
No official expedited/priority service is offered; delays are more common during peak tourist season (June-September), so apply early

Tips for China travelers

Apply at least 3-4 weeks before departure during the June-September peak season, as processing can run slower than the stated 5-10 business days
Double-check that your uploaded photo meets the white-background requirement, as mismatched photos are a common cause of rejection
Print both your e-Visa approval and your passport bio-page copy to carry as backup in case of system issues at the airport
If traveling for business, secure your Namibian host's invitation letter well in advance, as incomplete business documentation is the most common rejection reason for this category
Extensions of stay can be requested at the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs office in Windhoek before the e-Visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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