Namibia•AfricaShort-Term Employment Permit (Work Visa)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-21 days
Application Fee
1,600 NAD
Stay Duration
3 to 6 months
Renewable
Yes
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
Temporary work visa for short-term employment assignments up to 6 months. Requires employer sponsorship and proof of specialized skills not readily available in Namibia.
The Short-Term Employment Permit is for foreign workers coming to Namibia for temporary assignments requiring specialized skills. The primary requirement is demonstrating that no suitable Namibian candidates are available for the position.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity beyond end of assignment
Passport photo
Recent passport-sized photo
Educational certificates
Highest qualification and relevant certifications
Police clearance certificate
From country of residence, English translation required
Medical certificate
Health examination report
OptionalCurriculum vitae
Detailed work history and experience
Sponsor Documents
Employment contract
Signed employment offer with terms
Motivation letter
From employer explaining need for foreign worker
Newspaper advertisements
Proof of position advertised in 3 newspapers for 2 weeks
Company registration documents
Business registration and tax compliance
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Advantages
- Relatively quick processing
- Suitable for temporary assignments
- Can be extended once
- Flexible for short-term projects
Considerations
- Limited to 6 months maximum
- Employer sponsorship required
- Local labor market testing required
- Cannot lead to permanent residency
Application Process
Obtain job offer
Secure employment offer from Namibian employer
Employer advertises position
Employer posts vacancy in 3 national newspapers for 2 weeks minimum
Prepare documentation
Compile passport, qualifications, employment contract, and employer documents
Submit application
Submit via online portal or to embassy/consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay NAD 1,600 for 3 months or NAD 3,200 for 6 months
Await approval
Immigration authority reviews and approves
Receive visa
Visa issued in passport or as permit letter
Application Forms
Short-Term Work Visa Application
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