Namibian visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Namibia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Namibia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Namibia e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Namibia visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Namibia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Namibia nearest your place of residence.
- Cairo: The Embassy of in Cairo, ~ 1525.02 kilometers (947.60 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 2 minutes).
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 1788.36 kilometers (1111.24 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 32 minutes).
Namibia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Namibia diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Namibia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 466 | N/A |
| 2009 | 490 | 5.15% |
| 2010 | 492 | 0.41% |
| 2011 | 514 | 4.47% |
| 2012 | 540 | 5.06% |
| 2013 | 588 | 8.89% |
| 2014 | 660 | 12.24% |
| 2015 | 694 | 5.15% |
| 2016 | 735 | 5.91% |
| 2017 | 750 | 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 & Saudi Arabia comparison
Namibia's area is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 2.61 times bigger than Namibia.
As of October 2025, Namibia's population is ~2.8 million people - 34,804,364 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Namibia & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Namibia | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,777,209 | 37,581,573 | 34.8 million fewer people live in Namibia than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 24 | 114 | Namibia has 90 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 46 | 39 | Namibia passport holders can visit 7 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 127 | Namibian hosts 86 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Namibia in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Namibia in 2017 was approximately 750.
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