🇳🇦 Is Namibia safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Namibia: 13 diplomatic missions from 13 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Namibia
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Since April 1, 2025, Spanish nationals need a short-stay visa (under 90 days) costing 1,600 NAD (~78 EUR)
- Visa can be obtained online (Visa on Arrival portal) or on arrival at the airport without prior online application
- Required documents: passport valid 6+ months after return date with 3 blank pages, completed visa form
- Also required: return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation (paid hotel or invitation letter), proof of sufficient funds
Health
- Mpox outbreak declared by Namibian authorities after a confirmed case in the coastal town of Swakopmund in October
- Recent isolated cases detected: polio, cholera, measles, hand-foot-mouth disease, and Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever
- Follow guidance from Namibian health authorities and take precautions regarding the above-mentioned diseases
Emergency numbers in Namibia
Embassies and consulates in Namibia
13 diplomatic missions from 13 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | 1 | Windhoek |
| 🇹🇷 Türkiye | 1 | Windhoek |
…and 1 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Namibia is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Namibia safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Namibia is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Namibia?
The general emergency number in Namibia is 10111. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Namibia?
Telcomia tracks 13 diplomatic missions from 13 countries in Namibia, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.