Namibia•AfricaPermanent Residence Permit (PRP)
At a Glance
Processing Time
180-360 days
Application Fee
20,000 NAD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term residency status granting the right to permanently reside in Namibia. Multiple pathways available including employment history, business investment, and retirement.
Permanent Residence Permit grants indefinite right to reside in Namibia. Multiple pathways exist: (1) 10+ years of lawful continuous residence with valid work permit; (2) Business investors with 5+ years of active business operation; (3) Retirees aged 60+ with minimum NAD 4 million net worth; (4) Spouses and dependants of PR holders.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photos
2-4 recent photographs
Work permit copies
All work permits held in Namibia over 10 years
Employment letters
Reference letters from all employers
Bank statements
6 months of recent statements
Police clearance certificate
Current certificate from country of residence
Medical report
Health examination and radiological reports
Birth certificate
Certified copy in English
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Advantages
- Indefinite residency
- Pathway to citizenship after further period
- Can work without restrictions
- Brings family members
- Can own property and investments
Considerations
- Long processing time (6-12 months)
- High one-time fee (NAD 20,000)
- Must re-enter every 2 years to maintain status
- Lengthy qualifying period (10 years minimum)
- Strict documentation requirements
Application Process
Verify eligibility
Confirm 10 years of lawful residence or qualification under special category
Gather documentation
Compile work permits, employment letters, bank statements, and health records
Obtain police clearance
Get current police clearance certificate
Undergo medical examination
Complete health examination and radiological reports
Submit PRP application
Submit to Ministry of Home Affairs with all required documents
Await processing
Ministry reviews application (6-12 months)
Pay government fee
Pay NAD 20,000 once-off fee upon approval
Receive PRP
Permanent Residence Permit issued
Application Forms
Permanent Residence Permit Application
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