Population: 3 million
Capital city: Windhoek
Currency: Namibian dollar
Exchange rate: 1 Namibian dollar = £0.04 or €0.05
Time difference: GMT+1
International dial code: +264
Languages: English is the official language, while Afrikaans is also widely spoken
Visas: From 1 April 2025 British passport holders need a visa to visit Namibia. The Namibian authorities have launched a visa-on-arrival scheme, which is extended to UK passport holders. Read all about it here. For further information about Namibia’s entry requirements, visit gov.uk
Plug sockets: Type D and Type M
Standard voltage: The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 50Hz
Safety information: Please see gov.uk for the most up to date information
Recommended suppliers for Namibia holidays...
- Abercrombie & Kent
- Audley Travel
- Cox & Kings
- Gold Medal
- Kuoni
- Wendy Wu Tours
Contact details
info@namibia-tourism.com
Social media
Facebook: @namibiatourismboard
Instagram: @namibiatourismboard
YouTube: @namibiahorizons
LinkedIn: Namibia Tourism Board
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