Processing Times
"Standard and express processing for Namibia visas"
Namibia โ Visa Processing Times
1a Visa Consulting Limited
For tourism, UK passport holders are visa-free โ just present a valid passport on arrival. For work permits and long-stay applications, allow sufficient time for processing.
Typical Processing Times
| Tourist entry | Granted on arrival โ no advance processing required |
| Work/employment permit | 4โ8 weeks from submission of complete application |
| Long-stay visa | 3โ6 weeks depending on permit type |
Recommendations
- For work or study permits, begin the application process at least 2 months before your intended entry date.
- Submit a complete application โ missing documents are the most common cause of delays.
- Contact us early so we can assess your permit category and prepare your file.