Namibia allows foreign nationals to obtain residency through a qualifying real estate investment, with a long path that can eventually lead toward permanent residence. Chinese nationals apply on the same terms as other foreign investors. This page explains the route and where to confirm the 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.
Namibia does not restrict investor residency by Chinese nationality. The route is open to foreign nationals who purchase qualifying real estate and can show good conduct and stable means. A spouse and dependent children can usually be included.
It is important to be realistic about what this status delivers. Namibia does not offer direct citizenship by investment. The investment route leads to a renewable residence permit and, over a long period, can open a path toward permanent residence and much later naturalisation. Confirm the current rules with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security.
The main route is the purchase of qualifying residential real estate at or above a set minimum value in a designated development. There is also a lower priced retirement option aimed at older applicants. The real estate route typically grants a renewable work permit linked to the investment.
Other residence categories exist for business investors and employment, each with its own requirements. Confirm which category fits your plans with the official authority.
Successful real estate investors generally receive a renewable permit valid for several years. Permanent residence becomes possible only after maintaining the investment and lawful residence for an extended period, commonly measured in years.
Any move toward citizenship sits much further out and is not guaranteed. Treat the timeline as long and confirm the current periods with the official authority.
The dominant cost is the qualifying property purchase, which is held as an asset. Government permit fees, legal and conveyancing costs and ongoing maintenance of the investment are separate. Use the table as a checklist and confirm each figure with the official authority.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying real estate purchase | From about USD 365,000 | In a designated development |
| Retirement option | From about USD 300,000 | Aimed at older applicants |
| Government permit fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Set by the Ministry |
| Legal and conveyancing costs | Varies by case | Set independently |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Republic of Namibia publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
No. Namibia does not offer direct citizenship by investment. The investment route leads to residency, and naturalisation sits much further out after long lawful residence. Confirm with the official authority.
Yes. A spouse and dependent children can generally be included in the application. Confirm the current rules and age limits with the official authority.
Permanent residence typically becomes possible only after maintaining the investment and lawful residence for an extended period of years. Confirm the current timeline with the official authority.
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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