Namibia•AfricaStudent Visa / Study Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
80 NAD
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
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
Visa for international students pursuing academic programs at recognized educational institutions in Namibia. Valid for duration of studies.
The Student Visa permits international students to pursue academic programs at recognized Namibian institutions. The permit is tied to enrollment and renewal requires proof of continued academic progress.
Annual Visa Allocation
437,000 visas per year
The 2025 cap of 437,000 approved permits applies to most undergraduate programs. The 2026 target is 408,000, which includes 155,000 new permits and 253,000 extensions. Master's and doctoral students are exempt from the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) requirement in 2025.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
29,710 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
1 day
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Language
English
Intermediate
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity, 2 blank pages minimum
Passport photos
2 recent photos on white background
Letter of acceptance
From recognized Namibian educational institution
Academic qualifications
Certificates of completed studies and transcripts
Proof of financial support
Sponsorship letter and bank statements from sponsor
Police clearance certificate
From country of residence, English translation
Medical examination report
Health certificate and radiological report
Guardianship letter
Written undertaking from parent/guardian if under 21
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Advantages
- Affordable handling fee
- Renewable annually
- Covers full program duration
- Work permission possible for part-time on-campus employment
Considerations
- Tied to enrollment status
- Cannot work off-campus without additional permit
- Requires continued academic progress
- Limited to studying only
Application Process
Get letter of acceptance
Obtain acceptance letter from recognized Namibian educational institution
Prepare documents
Compile passport, acceptance letter, financial proof, and health documents
Submit application
Submit to Namibian embassy or consulate in home country
Pay handling fee
Pay NAD 80 non-refundable handling fee
Undergo medical exam
Complete health examination and medical report
Await decision
Immigration authority reviews application
Receive visa
Visa granted in passport or as permit
Application Forms
Student Visa Application Form
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