Study, Work and Residence Permit
Embassy required
- Processing time
- Check the official permit route before making travel plans.
- Fee
- Check MHAISS or the relevant Namibian mission for the current permit fee.
- Validity
- According to the approved permit or status.
- Entry
- Single entry
Study, work and residence routes are long-stay immigration matters. Confirm the correct permit type before travelling.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For study, employment, residence or other long-stay purposes approved by Namibian authorities.
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Employment
Work routes require approved employment or permit sponsorship before local work starts.
Required status: Approved work or residence permit
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 3; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Sponsor evidence, bank statements or employer support requested by the route; Minimum amount: Check the permit instructions
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Police clearance
Countries required: Countries requested by Namibia for the permit route; Validity months: 6
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, permit-specific evidence, police or civil records and sponsor documents.
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Document submission
Submit through the official MHAISS, mission or permit channel that applies to the route.
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Fee payment
Pay only through official permit instructions.
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Processing wait
Wait for written approval before relying on the status for travel, study or work.