Namibian passport holders • Updated for 2026

Dubai Visa for Namibian Citizens

Namibian citizens need a visa before travelling to Dubai or another emirate. Check the available tourist visa options, prepare your passport and supporting documents, and submit your application online before departure.

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Do Namibian citizens need a visa for Dubai?

Yes. Holders of ordinary Namibian passports must obtain a UAE visa before travelling. Namibia is marked “Visa Required” by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. A tourist visa may be arranged through an eligible UAE-based tourism provider, airline or hotel, subject to the applicant meeting the requirements and approval by the UAE immigration authority.

Dubai visa requirements from Namibia

Prepare clear, current documents before starting a Namibia Dubai visa application. Immigration may request additional evidence depending on the traveller’s profile and planned trip.

  • Clear colour copy of the Namibian passport bio page
  • Passport valid for at least six months from the intended arrival date
  • Recent colour photograph with a plain background
  • Confirmed return or onward travel details when requested
  • Hotel booking or the address and details of the UAE host
  • Travel or medical insurance valid in the UAE when required

Choose a Dubai tourist visa

Select the option that matches the length and entry pattern of your trip. Every card below opens the relevant visa guide.

Short trip14-Day Single Entry From US$122

For a brief holiday, family visit or short business trip.

 Popular option30-Day Single Entry From US$125

For one visit with more time to explore Dubai and the UAE.

 Longer stay60-Day Single Entry From US$220

For travellers planning a longer family visit or holiday.

 Several UAE entries30-Day Multiple Entry From US$259

For travellers who expect to leave and re-enter during the permitted period.

 Extended travel plan60-Day Multiple Entry From US$359

For a longer itinerary involving more than one UAE entry.

 Time-sensitive travelExpress Processing

Request faster handling when available. Immigration approval time is never guaranteed.

Prices shown are DubaiVisa.com assisted-service prices and may change according to visa type, applicant profile or immigration requirements.

How to apply for a UAE visa online from Namibia

Select your visa

Choose a suitable stay length and single or multiple entry.

Enter your details

Complete the form using information exactly as printed in your passport.

Upload documents

Provide a readable passport copy, photograph and requested travel evidence.

Submit and track

Pay the service charge and wait for the application decision by email.

See the complete online application process if you want to review each step before starting.

Processing time

Standard handling commonly takes approximately 24–72 working hours after a complete application is received. Express options may be available for urgent travel, but weekends, UAE public holidays, document checks and immigration review can increase the time.

Plan before booking. Apply early and avoid buying non-refundable flights or accommodation until your visa has been issued.

After the visa is issued

Check the spelling of your name, passport number, entry type and visa dates immediately. Carry the electronic visa, the same passport used for the application, return or onward booking, accommodation details and any other supporting documents requested by the airline or border authority.

Read more about Dubai visa processing.

Official visa-status reference

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists Namibia as a nationality requiring a visa. Check the government list again before travelling because entry rules can change.

Check Namibia on the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs website →

Frequently asked questions

Can Namibian citizens get a UAE visa on arrival?

No. The current UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs list marks Namibia as “Visa Required.” Ordinary Namibian passport holders should obtain a visa before departure.

Can I apply for a Dubai visa from Namibia online?

Yes. An eligible tourism provider can assist with a tourist visa application online. You submit digital documents and receive the issued visa electronically. The final decision belongs to the UAE immigration authority.

How long must my Namibian passport remain valid?

For a tourist visa application, the passport should generally remain valid for at least six months from the intended date of arrival in the UAE.

Which visa is suitable for a two-week Dubai holiday?

A 14-day single-entry option may fit a trip lasting up to two weeks. A 30-day visa provides more flexibility if your travel dates may change.

Does paying the application fee guarantee approval?

No. Payment covers the selected visa assistance and processing service. Approval, refusal, processing time and entry remain subject to UAE authorities.

Is a Dubai visa valid for the other emirates?

A UAE tourist visa allows travel within the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain, subject to its conditions.

Ready to apply from Namibia?

Choose your visa type, submit clear documents and let our team review the application before it is processed.

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Service notice: DubaiVisa.com is a private visa assistance service operated by Al Hadaf Tourism LLC, DTCM Licence 589515. It is not a UAE government website, ICP or GDRFA. Visa approval and entry decisions are made only by the relevant UAE authorities.

Explore guidance for other nationalities on our Dubai visa for African travellers page or return to the DubaiVisa.com homepage.