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Namibia travel advice
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Namibia travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Namibia with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
Namibia - quick facts | |
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Flight time✝ | 13.5 hours |
Time difference | UK +2 hours |
Language(s) | Oshiwambo, English, Afrikaans |
Currency | Namibian Dollar, South African Rand |
Electricity | D + M plug (220V) |
Driving side | Left |
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The Namibia weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Windhoek.
Namibia travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Namibia from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Namibia - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Namibia - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Namibia - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Namibia - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Namibia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Namibia - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Namibia.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Namibia travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Namibia with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Namibia - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Namibia - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Namibia - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Namibia, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Namibia covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Namibia with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Namibia - Ministry of Health, Republic of Namibia
- Coronavirus timeline in Namibia - Our World in Data
Namibia travel features
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Namibia FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Namibia including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Namibia due to Covid-19?
Namibia is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Namibia.
Check out Ministry of Health, Republic of Namibia for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Namibia?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Namibia. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Namibia from the UK?
The flight time to Namibia from the UK is typically 13.5 hours.
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What is the time difference between Namibia and the UK?
The time difference between Namibia and the UK is UK time+2 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Namibia?
The main languages spoken in Namibia are Oshiwambo, English and Afrikaans.
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What is the currency in Namibia?
The currency in Namibia is the Namibian Dollar (NAD) and the South African Rand (ZAR).
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Which plugs are used in Namibia?
Namibia uses electrical plug type D + M (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Namibia?
They drive on the left side of the road in Namibia.
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