Namibia offers a renewable residence permit to foreign nationals who invest in a qualifying business. This page sets out the cost categories so you can plan, then points you to the official authority for current figures.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
The main cost is the capital you place into a new or existing Namibian business. The amount depends on the route and the sector, and the investment usually has to be maintained for the permit to stay valid.
Because reported figures vary between sources, treat any number you see online as indicative only. The binding minimum is set by the authority and can change, so confirm the current amount before you commit funds.
Expect official application charges, permit issue charges and renewal charges over the life of the permit. These are separate from your investment and are payable to the relevant government office. The amounts are published by the authority and should be verified at the time you apply.
Most applicants budget for support with company formation, document gathering and the application itself. Professional fees vary widely by provider and by the complexity of your case, so gather more than one quote and make sure the scope of work is written down before you engage anyone.
A realistic budget combines the maintained investment, government charges across the permit term, professional fees and your own relocation costs. Build in a buffer for currency movement and for renewals, since the permit is renewable rather than permanent on day one.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying business investment | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Set by the authority, usually must be maintained |
| Government application and permit charges | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Payable to the relevant government office |
| Renewal charges | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Permit is renewable while the investment is maintained |
| Professional fees | Varies by provider | Get more than one written quote |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
No. It is a residence route. It grants a renewable permit to live in Namibia while your investment is maintained. Any later path to citizenship is governed by separate naturalisation rules set by the authority.
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security administers immigration permits, with investment facilitation support from the national investment board. Always confirm current charges and minimums with the official source before acting.
Reported figures differ across third party sites and can be out of date. We publish cost categories you can plan around and route you to the authority for the binding numbers.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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