Namibian visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Namibia for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Namibia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Namibia e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Namibia visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Namibia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Namibia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Namibia.
If you are looking for Namibia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Namibia nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The Embassy of in Kuala Lumpur, ~ 8838.41 kilometers (5491.93 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Tokyo: The Honorary Consulate of in Tokyo, ~ 9235.44 kilometers (5738.64 mi) away from Wellington, New Zealand. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
Namibia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Namibia diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Namibia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5,586 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5,880 | 5.26% |
| 2010 | 5,904 | 0.41% |
| 2011 | 6,162 | 4.37% |
| 2012 | 6,474 | 5.06% |
| 2013 | 7,056 | 8.99% |
| 2014 | 7,920 | 12.24% |
| 2015 | 8,328 | 5.15% |
| 2016 | 8,814 | 5.84% |
| 2017 | 8,994 | 2.04% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Namibia & New Zealand comparison
Namibia's area is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 3.13 times smaller than Namibia.
As of October 2025, Namibia's population is ~2.8 million people - 2,242,735 fewer people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Namibia & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Namibia | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,777,209 | 5,019,944 | 2.2 million fewer people live in Namibia than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 24 | 72 | Namibia has 48 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 46 | 135 | Namibia passport holders visit 89 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 115 | Namibian hosts 74 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Namibia in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Namibia in 2017 was approximately 8,994.
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