deserts by the beach
deserts by the beach
Huge dune in Km 39, Sossusvlei, Namibia.
Christ church or Christuskirche, Windhoek, Namibia. The church,…
Damara Zebras at Chudop waterhole, Etosha, Namibia.
Herero ladies near Uis, Namibia.
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Namibia

Atlantic Ocean · Afrikaans

Namibia

Namibia delivers world-class quality of life at a quarter the global cost — vast desert calm, English everywhere, and purchasing power that stretches your dollar far.

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CLIMATE
Atlantic Ocean
29°C avg · 3200h sun/yr
CURRENCY
NAD
LANGUAGE
Afrikaans
SAFETY
Caution
#1 globally · Safety index 36/100
COST OF LIVING
Low cost
Cost index 37/100
TIME ZONE
GMT+2
UTC+2

What it's like to live in Namibia

Namibia is a vast, sparsely populated country located in southwestern Africa, bordered by Angola, Botswana, South Africa, and the Atlantic Ocean. Known for its dramatic landscapes, the country features diverse terrain including the Namib Desert—one o...


Cost of living
vs EU Average21% lower than EU average
1-bed apartment, city
NAD11,000Apartment (1 bedroom) in City…
Dinner for two
NAD165Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Monthly groceries
NAD30.00Milk (regular), (1 liter)
Public transit (month)
NAD12.00One-way Ticket (Local Transpo…
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Healthcare

  • Namibia operates a dual healthcare system with both public and private providers, with private care generally offering higher standards and shorter waiting times, particularly in urban centers.
  • Expats are strongly advised to secure comprehensive international health insurance, including medical evacuation, due to varying quality in public facilities and the need for upfront payments in private ones.
  • Health insurance is mandatory for obtaining residency permits in Namibia.
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Entry Requirements & Visa Options

Namibia requires most international visitors, including citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, to obtain a tourist visa prior to entry or upon arrival at designated ports. Effective April 1, 2025, U.S. citizens must secure visa approval in advance through Namibia’s official eVisa portal (https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/visaonarrival) and carry a printed approval notice. Alternatively, visas can be purchased on arrival at major entry points such as Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek), Walvis Bay Airport/Harbour, and high-volume borders like Katima...

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International schools, universities, and curricula

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Population, languages, and ethnic composition

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Public transit, airports, and getting around

Community, cultural integration, and expat life

Air quality, green spaces, and sustainability

Political system, government structure, and key policies

Location overview, cost of living index, and purchasing power

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This content was generated using artificial intelligence based on publicly available information. It is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, immigration, or professional advice. Information may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with official sources before making decisions.

Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.

All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.