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Namibia Digital Nomad Visa

Namibia · Africa

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Min Monthly Income

$2,000

Application Fee

$62

Processing Time

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Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

6 months

Path to Citizenship

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Overview

The Namibia Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers to live and work in Namibia for 6 months with a minimum monthly income of USD 2,000. The visa is non-renewable and applicants must reapply 12 months after expiry.

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
NationalityOpen to all nationalities
Minimum Income$2,000 USD/month
Accepted Income SourcesRemote Work / Freelance, Business Income
Application Fee$62 USD
DependentsAllowed
Income Req. per Adult Dependent+50%
Income Req. per Child Dependent+25%
Local Work PermittedNo
Local Income LimitMax 0% of total income
Permitted Employment Types1099 Contractor, Business Owner, Self-Employed, W2 Employee (foreign employer)
Health InsuranceRequired
Physical PresenceNot specified
Max Consecutive AbsenceNot specified
RenewableNo
Duration6 months
Leads to PRNo

Requirements Checklist

- **Identity Documents:**

- Certified copy of passport (valid 6+ months beyond stay)

- Original/notarized police clearance from country of origin (translated into English if needed)

- For spouse: marriage certificate

- For children: full birth certificate

- **Application Forms:**

- Completed and signed form 3-1/0033 (separate for each applicant/dependent)

- **Financial Proof:**

- Proof of income/funds: payslip/employment contract showing USD 2,000/month (main), +USD 1,000 spouse, +USD 500/child

- 6-month bank statements

- Employer motivation letter

- Copies of qualifications

- **Health/Medical:**

- Medical certificate (form 3-1/0003)

- Radiological report (form 31/0004)

- Proof of valid international health/travel insurance covering 6 months

- **Other:**

- Motivation letter from NIPDB (submitted directly to MHAISS)

📍 Application location: Submit the full application package by email to [email protected], including the NIPDB motivation letter sent directly to MHAISS. Applications are handled through the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). No in-country application or consulate submission is specified; complete before travel.

Tax Information

Namibia operates a source-based tax system for Digital Nomad Visa holders, taxing only Namibia-sourced income, with no local work permitted (0% local income). Tax residency is not automatically triggered by the 6-month stay; obligations depend on individual circumstances and double tax agreements. US tax treaty status is unknown; consult a tax advisor for filing requirements on any services rendered while in Namibia. No special regimes like NHR apply.

Work Permissions

·Local employment: Not permitted
·Permitted work types: 1099 Contractor, Business Owner, Self-Employed, W2 Employee (foreign employer)
·Accepted income sources: Remote Work / Freelance, Business Income
·Local income limit: Max 0% of total income from local sources

Application Steps

  1. 1

    📋 Request NIPDB motivation letter

    1-2 weeks

  2. 2

    📋 Download and complete forms

    1 day

  3. 3

    📄 Gather identity documents

    1-4 weeks

  4. 4

    📄 Prepare financial proof

    1-2 weeks

  5. 5

    📄 Obtain medical documents

    1-2 weeks

  6. 6

    📬 Submit full application package

    1 day

  7. 7

    ⏳ Wait for approval

    not specified

  8. 8

    🏛️ Register with immigration on arrival

    1-30 days

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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The minimum monthly income is USD 2,000 for the main applicant from remote work or business sources outside Namibia. For dependents, add 50% (USD 1,000) for a spouse and 25% (USD 500) per child. Proof includes payslips, employment contracts, or similar documents showing foreign-sourced income, plus 6-month bank statements.
Yes, dependents are allowed including spouse and children. Each dependent requires a separate application form (3-1/0033), plus additional income proof: USD 1,000/month for spouse and USD 500/month per child. Include marriage certificate for spouse and full birth certificate for children.
No, local work is not permitted; 0% of total income can come from Namibian sources. You must work remotely for foreign employers or clients as a contractor, owner, self-employed, or W2 employee. The visa is strictly for remote work tied to overseas income.
Valid international health and travel insurance covering the full 6-month stay is required. It must be comprehensive and provided as proof with the application. Local insurance is not specified as necessary.
No, it does not lead to permanent residency or citizenship. The visa is for a fixed 6-month duration and is non-renewable. You can reapply after 12 months from expiry, but no path to PR is offered.
No, a local bank account is not required. Applications need 6-month bank statements from your existing foreign accounts showing the minimum income. Focus on proving foreign remote income stability.
No, the visa is non-renewable for consecutive stays. It grants 6 months only, and you must wait 12 months after expiry to reapply for a new one. No extensions or change of conditions are allowed.
Provide payslips, employment contracts, freelance agreements, or client contracts verifying at least USD 2,000/month from foreign sources. Include 6-month bank statements. Income can come from multiple foreign clients or employers.
A motivation letter from NIPDB must be obtained and submitted directly by NIPDB to MHAISS with your application. Contact NIPDB via [email protected] to request it alongside your documents. This is a required supporting document.

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At a Glance

Renewable✗ No
Dependents✓ Allowed
Leads to PR✗ No
Local Work✗ Not permitted
Health InsuranceRequired
Admin Ease1.0/5

Last verified: May 13, 2026

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