Namibia Employment Permit — MHAISS; skills-shortage test; ~8–10 weeksfor 🇬🇧 United Kingdom citizens travelling to 🇳🇦 Namibia
United Kingdom citizens are required to obtain a Namibia Employment Permit — MHAISS; skills-shortage test; ~8–10 weeks before travelling to Namibia. You must submit a formal application at the Namibia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents8
- ✓Certified qualifications and CV
- ✓Employer proof the skills are not available among citizens/permanent residents
- ✓Employer registration and proof of recruitment efforts
- ✓Employment permit application to the Ministry of Home Affairs
Long-term: ~8–10 weeks.
- ✓Medical certificate
- ✓Passport valid for the permit period plus passport photos
- ✓Police clearance certificate from your country of residence
- ✓Signed employment contract with a Namibian employer
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a Namibia Employment Permit — MHAISS; skills-shortage test; ~8–10 weeks, book an appointment at the nearest Namibia embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 63 days. The government fee is USD 90.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Namibia embassy or official government website before booking travel.
📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)
- ○Short assignments: short-term work visa NAD 1,600 (≤3 months) / NAD 3,200 (≤6 months)
🌐Why United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Namibia
United Kingdom citizens require a visa to enter Namibia based on the current immigration requirements set by Namibia's government. United Kingdom passport holders must apply through the Namibia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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- Namibia Study Permit — UNAM / NUST; low tuition; English-medium →
- Namibia Tourist VoA / eVisa — NAD 1,600 (~USD 90) since April 2025; 90 days/year →