Namibia allows foreign investors to seek residence linked to a qualifying business or an approved investment. Pakistani nationals can apply, subject to the rules set by the Namibian authorities.
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.
Pakistani passport holders are not excluded. Applicants generally need to show a genuine investment or business interest in Namibia, a viable plan and the potential to support local employment.
A clean criminal record and supporting documents are required.
Common routes include investing in or establishing a Namibian company with a meaningful ownership stake, or buying into an approved investment project. Investors usually may work only for their own enterprise. Some routes lead to a multi year residence permit that can be renewed.
Applications are processed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, working with the investment authorities. Times depend on the route and on how complete the file is.
Investment thresholds, government charges and professional fees vary by route and are not fixed in a single published figure. Confirm current figures with the official authority before acting.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying investment | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Varies by route, business or approved project |
| Ownership stake | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | A minimum share may apply for the business route |
| Government and permit fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Set by the Namibian authorities |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (Namibia) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. There is no specific bar on Pakistani applicants, though all applicants must meet the investment and documentation rules.
Investor permits usually restrict the holder to working for their own enterprise rather than seeking general employment.
Figures vary by route and can change. Confirm the current threshold 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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