Saudi Arabian visa for Namibian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Namibian passport holders visiting Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Saudi Arabia e-visa for Namibian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Saudi Arabia visa on arrival for Namibian citizens | Not Available | |
Saudi Arabia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Namibian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Saudi Arabia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Saudi Arabia.
If you are looking for Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 1034.89 kilometers (643.05 mi) away from Windhoek, Namibia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Lusaka: The Embassy of in Lusaka, ~ 1329.75 kilometers (826.27 mi) away from Windhoek, Namibia. (Working hours: Close now).
Saudi Arabia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Saudi Arabia diplomatic mission offices to Namibia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Namibia traveling to Saudi Arabia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Namibia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,281 | N/A |
| 2009 | 9,807 | -26.16% |
| 2010 | 9,765 | -0.43% |
| 2011 | 12,761 | 30.68% |
| 2012 | 14,699 | 15.19% |
| 2013 | 14,195 | -3.43% |
| 2014 | 16,434 | 15.77% |
| 2015 | 16,195 | -1.45% |
| 2016 | 16,240 | 0.28% |
| 2017 | 14,498 | -10.73% |
| 2018 | 13,801 | -4.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Saudi Arabia & Namibia comparison
Saudi Arabia's area is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi), while the area of Namibia is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi). This means Namibia is 2.61 times smaller than Saudi Arabia.
As of November 2025, Saudi Arabia's population is ~37.6 million people - 34,804,364 more people than the population of Namibia.
We have highlighted Saudi Arabia & Namibia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Saudi Arabia | Namibia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 37,581,573 | 2,777,209 | 34.8 million more people live in Saudi Arabia than Namibia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 114 | 24 | Saudi Arabia has 90 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Namibia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 46 | Saudi Arabia passport holders visit 7 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 41 | Saudi Arabian hosts 86 more foreign missions than Namibia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Namibia travel to Saudi Arabia in one year?
The number of visitors from Namibia visiting Saudi Arabia in 2018 was approximately 13,801.
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