Namibia•AfricaAccompanying Dependant Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Same as primary permit holder
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for minor children and dependants of foreign nationals holding valid Namibian work or residency permits. Allows dependants to reside with primary permit holder.
The Accompanying Dependant Visa allows minor children and dependants under age 21 to reside with their parent who holds a work or residency permit in Namibia. Children can attend school without additional permits.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photos
2 recent photographs
Birth certificate
Certified copy in English
Medical certificate
Health examination report
Primary permit holder documents
Copy of parent's valid work or residency permit
Letter of undertaking
From parent/guardian accepting responsibility
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Advantages
- Can attend school without separate permit
- No additional processing fees
- Automatic with primary permit
- Valid through secondary education
Considerations
- Limited to dependants under 21
- Dependent on primary permit holder
- Expires at age 21
- Cannot work without separate permit
Application Process
Prepare dependant documents
Gather birth certificate, passport, and medical documents
Get primary permit holder support
Obtain letter of undertaking from parent/guardian
Complete visa application
Fill out Accompanying Dependant Visa application form
Submit application
Submit to Ministry of Home Affairs
Await processing
Immigration authority reviews dependant application
Receive visa
Dependant visa approved and issued
Application Forms
Accompanying Dependant Visa Application
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