Eritrean visa for Namibian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Namibian passport holders visiting Eritrea for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Namibian citizens to enter Eritrea for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Eritrea e-visa for Namibian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eritrea visa on arrival for Namibian citizens | Not Available | |
Eritrea tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Namibian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eritrea.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eritrea.
If you are looking for Eritrea visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Namibia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Eritrea nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 1036.21 kilometers (643.87 mi) away from Windhoek, Namibia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Kampala: The Consulate General of in Kampala, ~ 3006.57 kilometers (1868.19 mi) away from Windhoek, Namibia. (Working hours: Close now).
Eritrea visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eritrea diplomatic mission offices to Namibia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Namibia traveling to Eritrea from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Namibia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 63 | N/A |
| 2009 | 71 | 12.70% |
| 2010 | 76 | 7.04% |
| 2011 | 96 | 26.32% |
| 2012 | 116 | 20.83% |
| 2013 | 127 | 9.48% |
| 2014 | 107 | -15.75% |
| 2015 | 103 | -3.74% |
| 2016 | 128 | 24.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eritrea & Namibia comparison
Eritrea's area is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi), while the area of Namibia is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi). This means Namibia is 8.15 times bigger than Eritrea.
As of November 2025, Eritrea's population is ~3.8 million people - 1,019,234 more people than the population of Namibia.
We have highlighted Eritrea & Namibia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eritrea | Namibia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,796,443 | 2,777,209 | 1.0 million more people live in Eritrea than Namibia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 30 | 24 | Eritrea has 6 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Namibia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 46 | Eritrea passport holders visit 36 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 14 | 41 | Eritrean hosts 27 fewer foreign missions than Namibia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Namibia travel to Eritrea in one year?
The number of visitors from Namibia visiting Eritrea in 2016 was approximately 128.
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