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Namibia Travel Guide

Windhoek Capital
NAD Currency
English Language
+264 Calling Code
Left Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa-free For Many Nationalities For Up To 90 Days.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Visa application form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 2l Alcohol, 400 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Fake guides
  • Overcharging

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 10111
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy Limited Hours.
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Ride-sharing Apps Bolt
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10% Is Appreciated But Not Mandatory.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30 Tourist: $80 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Modest Dress In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon In Rural Areas.
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict On Drug Use.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsPoverty

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Hallo
Hah-loh
Goodbye
Totsiens
Tot-seens
Please
Asseblief
Ah-seh-bleef
Thank you
Dankie
Dahn-kee
Sorry
Jammer
Yah-mer
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Praat jy Engels?
Praht yay Eng-els?
I don’t understand
Ek verstaan nie.
Ek fer-stahn nee.
Can you speak slowly, please?
Kan jy stadig praat, asseblief?
Kahn yay stah-dig praht, ah-seh-bleef?
Can you help me, please?
Kan jy my help, asseblief?
Kahn yay my help, ah-seh-bleef?
What does this mean?
Wat beteken dit?
Vaht beh-teh-ken dit?

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Common Responses

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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