The Ministry of Dwelling Affairs, Immigration, Security and Safety on Monday formally launched visas on arrival on the Oshikango, Mohembo, Oranjemund, Ariamsvlei, and Noordoewer border posts.
The launch was officiated by minister of residence affairs Albert Kawana in Windhoek.
He stated this was triggered by a increase in tourism.
The variety of vacationers visiting Namibia is partly due to measures the federal government has put in place, akin to on-line visas and visas on arrival, Kawana stated.
Beforehand, visas on arrival have been solely doable at Hosea Kutako Worldwide Airport, adopted by Walvis Bay Airport, and the Katima Mulilo, Ngoma, Impalila Island and Trans-Kalahari border posts.
“I’m additionally happy to tell the nation that the Oshikango/Santa Clara border posts will quickly function on a 24-hour foundation,” Kawana stated.
He stated he has little doubt that the Ohangwena, and //Kharas areas would expertise elevated vacationer arrivals by the 5 chosen border posts.
“Upon entry into Namibia, our guests are requested to pay for his or her visas on-line, as a result of we’ve put in speedpoints at designated border factors. The cash is paid immediately into the state income account, thereby eliminating temptations related to dealing with money,” he stated.
Kawana stated vacationers from nations the place Namibia has no diplomatic illustration not want to use upfront earlier than departing their nations.
He stated the federal government has exempted over 60 nations worldwide from visa necessities when visiting Namibia for tourism functions.
In 2019, 45 nations’ nationals began benefiting from visas on arrival.
Throughout 2023, 11 nations have been added to the record.
“As we speak, 58 nations can obtain visas on arrival,” Kawana stated.
He stated this association excludes individuals coming to Namibia for work functions, who would nonetheless require a visa.
“Upon approval of the visa software, the immigration officer will request the applicant to make a fee of N$1 200,” he stated.
