Namibia travel guide for Australians

All Australian passport holders need a visa to enter Namibia. Apply online for an e‑visa (N$1,600) at least a week before departure; the e‑visa is valid for 90 days and allows a stay of up to 90 days.

If you arrive without a visa, you can purchase a visa on arrival for the same fee, but this may cause delays at the border.

Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date.

Namibia does not have a resident Australian embassy. Australian citizens should contact the Australian High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa, for consular assistance.

In emergencies, use the local police number 10111 or private medical rescue services such as E‑Med Rescue 24.

Accommodation ranges from N$500 (≈AUD 380) for budget guesthouses to N$2,500 (≈AUD 1,900) for mid‑range lodges per night.

Self‑drive fuel is about N$15‑20 per litre (≈AUD 12‑16). Expect N$100‑200 per day for a 4‑WD vehicle rental.

Meals cost N$80‑150 (≈AUD 60‑115) per person per day in restaurants; street food is cheaper.

The main international gateway is Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) near Windhoek.

Typical one‑way flights from Sydney or Melbourne connect via Johannesburg or Nairobi and take 14‑18 hours total, including layovers.

Use the flight‑time planner tool to check exact durations and time‑difference (Namibia is UTC+2).

Namibia uses Type M (large round three‑pin) and Type D sockets, 220‑230 V at 50 Hz.

Australian 230 V appliances work with a simple plug adapter; check voltage compatibility for high‑wattage devices.

Restaurants: round up to 10 % of the bill.

Fuel attendants: N$5‑10 per service.

Guides: N$100‑200 per guest per day for organised tours.

Police: 10111 (local).

Medical rescue (private): E‑Med Rescue 24 – +264 61 123 456.

Australian High Commission (South Africa) for consular help.