Fast Facts about Namibia

Geographical Location  

Climate

Throughout most of the country the climate is arid and semi-arid, changing to sub tropical in the far north east. The hottest months are between November and February, with average maximum day temperature ranging from 20 °C to 36 °C. Average minimum winter temperature range from 6 °C to 10 °C and average winter day temperatures from 18 °C to 22 °C

Time

Business Hours

Offices: Mon - Fri 08:00hrs -17:00hrs

Banks: Mon- Fri 09:00hrs - 15:30hrs

Sat 08:30hrs - 12:00hrs

Currency

Namibia currency is Namibia Dollar (N$). The Namibia Dollar is linked and on par with the South African Rand (ZAR), also legal tender in Namibia. Most major foreign currencies and travellers cheques can be exchanged in Namibia. International Visa, Master Card, American Express and Diners Club Credit Cards are accepted at most retail outlets and accommodation facilities.

Voltage

Voltage is 220-240 volts, Ac (50HZ)

Travel Requirements

A valid passport is required to enter Namibia. Visa to enter the country are issued either by the Ministry of Home Affairs in Windhoek or by Namibia missions abroad.

Visas are required by all visitors except those from Angola, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Cuba, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malawi, Malaysia, Mozambique, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, the Russian Federation, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Swaziland, Switzerland, Tanzania, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe.