Services for Namibian Nationals

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Services

Available only in person at the High Commission, 6 Chandos Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 9LU

Bank details for payment of fees are listed below

Application for Emergency Travel Documents (ETD)

Emergency Travel Documents are provided to Namibian citizens needing to travel urgently and whose passports are expired, damaged or lost.

AN ETD IS ISSUED FOR AN EMERGENCY ONE-WAY RETURN TO NAMIBIA ONLY AND IS ONLY VALID FOR FIVE DAYS FROM THE DATE OF ISSUE INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS.

Contact the High Commission before purchasing flight tickets.

Please check the list of required documents carefully before you visit the High Commission and bring your copies and originals with you. The application forms can be completed at the High Commission in London.

REQUIREMENTS:

Completed application form (IN CAPITAL LETTERS AND IN BLACK INK)
A clear copy of flight ticket
A clear copy of current Namibian passport (when damaged or expired)
A clear copy of Namibian Identity document /ID (both sides)
A clear copy of Namibian Birth Certificate
A clear copy of Citizenship Certificate (if born abroad)
2 Identical passport size photos (UK standard, maximum 3 months old) :

Size: 45mm x 35mm
White background
No reflection on eyes (no spectacles: remove the spectacles)
No hair/fringe on the forehead
No head covering, cloth or Alice bank on the head
No facial earrings and chains, no cornrows or plaited hair (for men)
Ears and neck should clearly appear
Shoulders must be covered

For lost passports a police report is required. (Reports are done online at https://www.reportmyloss.com/uk/register).

Proof of online payment (or pay at the High Commission by speed point)

Requirements for a Minor born in the UK, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Malta and Greece.

Biological parents of the Minor should make the application IN PERSON.
Non-Namibian parent MUST submit a letter of consent, a certified copy of their Birth Certificate and all other documents:
Copy of flight ticket;
Copy of the passports of parents;
Copy of the birth certificates of parents;
Copy of Namibian Identity document of parents. If either parent is not a Namibian citizen, a copy of the Namibian parent should still be provided;
2 Identical passport size photos (UK standard, maximum 3 months old):
(PHOTO REQUIREMENTS ABOVE)

Exceptions: If one of the parents is deceased, this fact must be stated. Where the consent is given by the guardian the circumstances of guardianship are to be stated.

If, as a result of special circumstances (e.g., the absence of a parent) it is not possible to complete the certificate, written consent in some other form (e.g., a letter from the absent parent) will be accepted.

If a parent (or guardian) withholds his/her consent or if for some sound reason such consent cannot be obtained an explanation should accompany the application. Any court order in respect of the custody of the child must be forwarded with the explanation.

Each case will be considered on its own merits.

Application for new Passports & Renewals

Applications for new passports and renewals of passports are processed to the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration in Namibia by the High Commission.

Citizens must submit the documents listed below with the application for a new Namibian passport.

Please check the list of required documents carefully before you visit the High Commission and bring your copies and originals with you. The application forms can be completed at the High Commission in London.

ATTACH TO APPLICATION:
(For a copy of a document to be certified by the officer when submitting your application, you must show your original documents)

A clear copy of current Namibian passport
A clear copy of Namibian Identity /ID (both sides)
A clear copy of Namibian Birth Certificate
A clear copy of Citizenship Certificate (if born abroad)
A clear copy of Marriage Certificate (Married women who wish to change their maiden names, must include a Namibian ID which reflects her new name.)

2 Identical passport size photos
(UK standard, maximum 3 months old)

Size: 45mm x 35mm
White background
No reflection on eyes (no spectacles: remove the spectacles)
No hair/fringe on the forehead
No head covering, cloth or Alice bank on the head
No facial earrings and chains, no cornrows or plaited hair (for men)
Ears and neck should clearly appear
Shoulders must be covered

For lost passports a police report is required. (Reports are done online at https://www.reportmyloss.com/uk/register).

Proof of online payment (or pay at the High Commission by speed point)
£20.00 for passport application
£40.00 for lost/damage application

PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS SO THAT THE HIGH COMMISSION CAN CONTACT YOU WHEN THE PASSPORT IS RECEIVED TO INFORM YOU THAT YOU CAN COLLECT YOUR PASSPORT.

NOTE:

It is advisable to apply at least 6 months in advance of the expiry of your passport.

Namibian National ID Card

To obtain a Namibian National ID Card, Namibians need to travel to Namibia. Please visit the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security. https://mha.gov.na

To obtain a DUPLICATE Namibian National ID Card, visit the High Commission to apply.

Applications for DUPLICATE Namibian National ID Card are processed to the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration in Namibia by the High Commission.

Citizens must submit the documents listed below with the application.

Please check the list of required documents carefully before you visit the High Commission and bring your copies and originals with you. The application forms can be completed at the High Commission in London.

ATTACH TO APPLICATION:
(For a copy of a document to be certified by the officer when submitting your application, you must show your original documents)

A clear copy of current Namibian passport
A clear copy of Namibian Identity /ID (both sides)
A clear copy of Namibian Birth Certificate
A clear copy of Citizenship Certificate (if born abroad)
A clear copy of Marriage Certificate (Married women who wish to change their maiden names, must include a Namibian ID which reflects her new name.)

2 Identical passport size photos
(UK standard, maximum 3 months old)

Size: 45mm x 35mm
White background
No reflection on eyes (no spectacles: remove the spectacles)
No hair/fringe on the forehead
No head covering, cloth or Alice bank on the head
No facial earrings and chains, no cornrows or plaited hair (for men)
Ears and neck should clearly appear
Shoulders must be covered

For lost passports a police report is required. (Reports are done online at https://www.reportmyloss.com/uk/register).

Proof of online payment (or pay at the High Commission by speed point)
£20.00 for passport application
£40.00 for lost/damage application

PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS SO THAT THE HIGH COMMISSION CAN CONTACT YOU WHEN THE PASSPORT IS RECEIVED TO INFORM YOU THAT YOU CAN COLLECT YOUR PASSPORT.

Police Clearance Certificate

For applications for police clearance certificates, please provide:

Clear copy of current Namibian passport
A clear copy of Namibian Identity Document /ID (both sides)
A clear copy of Namibian birth certificate
A clear copy of Namibian citizenship certificate (if born abroad)

One colour passport-sized photo (UK standard, maximum 3 months old)

Size: 45mm x 35mm
White background
No reflection on eyes (no spectacles: remove the spectacles)
No hair/fringe on the forehead
No head covering, cloth or Alice bank on the head
No facial earrings and chains, no cornrows or plaited hair (for men)
Ears and neck should clearly appear
Shoulders must be covered

Proof of online payment of £10.00 (or pay at the High Commission by speed point)

Self-addressed, pre-paid envelope for the return of your document
A set of fingerprints* obtained from the London Metropolitan Police
- https://www.met.police.uk/rqo/request/fp/af/your-fingerprints/

Duplicate Birth Certificate

Applications for Duplicate Birth Certificates are processed to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security in Namibia by the High Commission.

Citizens must submit the documents listed below with the application for a Duplicate Birth Certificate.

Please check the list of required documents carefully before you visit the High Commission and bring your copies and originals with you. The application forms can be completed at the High Commission in London.

ATTACH TO APPLICATION:
(For a copy of a document to be certified by the officer when submitting your application, you must show your original documents)

A clear copy of current Namibian passport
A clear copy of Namibian Identity /ID (both sides)
A clear copy of Namibian Birth Certificate
A clear copy of Citizenship Certificate (if born abroad)
A clear copy of Marriage Certificate (Married women who wish to change their maiden names, must include a Namibian ID which reflects her new name.)

2 Identical passport size photos
(UK standard, maximum 3 months old)

Size: 45mm x 35mm
White background
No reflection on eyes (no spectacles: remove the spectacles)
No hair/fringe on the forehead
No head covering, cloth or Alice bank on the head
No facial earrings and chains, no cornrows or plaited hair (for men)
Ears and neck should clearly appear
Shoulders must be covered

For lost passports a police report is required. (Reports are done online at https://www.reportmyloss.com/uk/register).

Proof of online payment (or pay at the High Commission by speed point)
£20.00 for passport application
£40.00 for lost/damage application

PROVIDE A SELF-ADDRESSED ENVELOPE SO THAT THE HIGH COMMISSION CAN SEND YOUR DOCUMENT TO YOU WHEN IT IS RECEIVED.

Duplicate Marriage Certificate

Applications for Duplicate Marriage Certificates are processed to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security in Namibia by the High Commission.

Citizens must submit the documents listed below with the application for a Duplicate Marriage Certificate.

Please check the list of required documents carefully before you visit the High Commission and bring your copies and originals with you. The application forms can be completed at the High Commission in London.

ATTACH TO APPLICATION:
(For a copy of a document to be certified by the officer when submitting your application, you must show your original documents)

Copy of the Marriage Certificate
Copy of Passport, and
Copy of Birth Certificate.

Proof of online payment (or pay at the High Commission by speed point)
£20.00 for passport application
£40.00 for lost/damage application

PROVIDE A SELF-ADDRESSED ENVELOPE SO THAT THE HIGH COMMISSION CAN SEND YOUR DOCUMENT TO YOU WHEN IT IS RECEIVED.

Application for Namibian Citizenship

Applications for new passports and renewals of passports are processed to the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration in Namibia by the High Commission.

REQUIREMENTS FOR NAMIBIAN CITIZENSHIP FOR CHILDREN BORN TO NAMIBIAN PARENT/S ABROAD

It is mandatory that the application is made IN PERSON by at least one Namibian biological parent of the Minor.
ALL APPLICATION FORMS SHOULD BE COMPLETED IN CAPITAL LETTERS, AND IN BLACK INK.

Email address: applicants must provide a correct email address so that the High Commission can contact the applicant once the document is received from the Ministry of Home Affairs in Namibia. The email is used only for this purpose. NOTE: Once the consular section receives your document, you will receive an email to inform you that: You may collect the document in person, or you may send a self-addressed pre-paid envelope for the return of your document.

No photographs of documentation taken on a phone will be accepted by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Ensure that clear photocopies of documents are submitted with applications.

Please check the list of required documents carefully before you visit the High Commission and bring your copies and originals with you. The application forms can be completed at the High Commission in London.

ATTACH TO APPLICATION:
(For a copy of a document to be certified by the officer when submitting your application, you must show your original documents)

The following information should be provided when applying for Namibian citizenship:
Information for the applicant/ Child:

Completed application form;
Copy of the birth certificate of child;
Full birth certificate with parents details.

Information of the Namibian Parent/s:

Copy of Namibian Birth Certificate/s
Copy of Namibian Identity document (No application can be submitted without a Namibian identity document)
Copy of current Passport (The Namibian passport should show the same name as the Namibian Identity Document)

Information of the Non-Namibian Parent:

Certified Copy of Birth Certificate
Certified Copy of Identity document (if applicable)
Certified Copy of current Passport
Non-Namibian parent MUST submit a letter of consent and all above mentioned documents.

FEES:

Citizenship Certificate - Descent: New £25.00

Citizenship Certificate - Descent: Duplicate £25.00

Citizenship Certificate - Naturalization: New £60.00

Citizenship Certificate - Naturalization: Duplicate £25.00

Citizenship Certificate - Registration: Duplicate £25.00

Citizenship Certificate - Marriage: New £60.00

Citizenship Certificate - Marriage: Duplicate £25.00

Citizenship Certificate - Restoration: New £25.00

Citizenship Certificate - Restoration: Duplicate £50.00

Renunciation of Citizenship £50.00

Proof of payment for the visa application - payment can be made ahead of time (see fees and bank details below) or at the speed point at the High Commission.

Bank Details

Account Name: High Commission for the Republic of Namibia Revenue Account

Bank Name: Barclays Bank

Account No.: 83684059

Sort Code: 20-36-88

Swift Code: BUKBGB22

IBAN: GB62BUKB20368883684059

Visa Exempted Countries For Namibian Nationals

For countries that are not listed below, please contact the relevant Embassies to confirm visa requirements.

	Angola
	Bahamas
	Botswana
Tourist visa exemption; visa required for official and business trips	Brazil
Exemption for diplomatic, official, and service passports	Congo Brazzaville
	Cuba
	Eswatini
Exemption for official business visitors attending specified events	Ethiopia
Exemption for diplomatic passport holders up to three months	France
Exemption for diplomatic passport holders	Germany
Exemption for diplomatic and official passports	Ghana
	Hong Kong (SAR)
Exemption for diplomatic and official passports up to three months	India
	Kenya
	Lesotho
	Macau (SAR)
	Malawi
	Malaysia
	Mozambique
Exemption for diplomatic and official passports for 21 days	Philippines
Visas issues at any entry point	Rwanda
	Seychelles
	South Africa
Exemption for official and diplomatic passports	Switzerland
	Tanzania
	Trinidad & Tobago
Exemption for diplomatic and official passports	Türkiye
Exemption for diplomaic, official, and service passports	Venezuela
	Zambia
	Zimbabwe

Have any questions?

Not sure which visa to acquire or need an inquiry answered? Check out our FAQ page or email us at info@namibiahc.org.uk.

NAMIBIAN HIGH COMMISSION, LONDON