Namibia Visa Requirements
For 🇫🇷 France passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, typhoid, rabies.
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Namibia is one of Africa's safest countries. Windhoek has minimal crime. Wildlife encounters require standard safari precautions.
Money & Costs
Currency
N$ Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $60 · Mid: $150 · Luxury: $500+
Tipping
Tip guides and lodge staff. 10-15% in restaurants.
Practical Info
Power
Type D, M, 220V
Driving
Left side
Emergency
10111 (police), 211111 (ambulance)
Getting There
Main Airports
Windhoek (WDH) · Walvis Bay (WVB)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
May to October is dry season with best wildlife viewing. Sossusvlei is stunning year-round. December-March is hot but green.
Cultural Notes
German colonial history is visible in architecture and culture. San and Himba peoples maintain traditional lifestyles. Respect photography protocols.
Insider Tips
Self-driving is the best way to explore - roads are excellent. Book Sossusvlei accommodation well ahead. Fuel stations are far apart.