2026 Program Guide
Namibia Golden Visa & Residence Permit
Namibia offers a five-year residence permit through investment; after renewal (approximately ten years in total), permanent residence can be applied for. Routes are also available for business investors and retirees over 60; confirmation of current regulations is important for the process and requirements.
Last updated: 2026-07-07 · Reviewed by: Burak Ünal
At a glance
- Program
- Residence by investment
- Residence
- 5 years (renewable)
- Permanent residence
- After approximately 10 years
- Business investor
- 5 years of business activity
- Retiree
- 60+ with sufficient income
Who is it for?
- Those seeking nature, business opportunity, and residence by investment in Southern Africa.
- Those planning long-term with a 5-year renewable residence.
- Retirees over 60 with sufficient income.
- Business investors wanting to establish and operate a business.
Investment, Business, or Retirement Routes
Namibia offers multiple routes: a five-year (renewable) residence permit by investment, a route for business investors operating a business for at least five years, and a route for retirees over 60 with sufficient income. The suitable route is determined based on your goals and profile.
Path to Permanent Residence
After renewal of the five-year permit (approximately ten years in total), permanent residence can be applied for. Since the process and requirements may vary by regulation, confirming current requirements before applying is important. Namibia offers regional opportunities with its stable structure and natural resources.
Benefits
- Nature and business opportunities in Southern Africa.
- Investment, business, or retirement routes.
- Path to permanent residence.
- Family members can be included.
Requirements
- Approved investment or business activity.
- Clean criminal record and health.
- Confirmation of current regulations.
Costs
- Investment
- Varies by project
- Government fees
- Additionally apply
Process
Eligibility and route selection
Choose between the investment residence, business investor, or retiree (60+) route based on your profile.
Investment and document preparation
Prepare the qualifying investment or business plan along with a clean criminal record and health documents.
Application and due diligence
Submit the residence application to the Namibian immigration authorities and confirm current requirements.
Approval and residence permit
Receive your five-year renewable residence permit upon approval.
Renewal and permanent residence
Renew the permit as required and apply for permanent residence after approximately ten years total.
FAQ
- When is permanent residence granted?
- After renewal of the five-year permit (approximately 10 years), permanent residence can be applied for.
- Is there a route for retirees?
- Yes, there is a permanent residence route for individuals over 60 with sufficient income.
- What is the business investor route?
- It offers residence, and subsequently permanent residence, for investors who establish a business in Namibia and operate it for at least five years.
- Can I include my family?
- Yes. Spouse and dependent children can be included in the application.
- Are the requirements fixed?
- Since the process and requirements can change according to regulations, we confirm the current status together before application.
Sources
Disclaimer: Golden Visa Partners is an investment and immigration advisory firm; it does not provide legal or attorney services. The investment amounts, timelines and program conditions on this page are for general guidance only and, because regulations change quickly, may be out of date. Before making any decision, we recommend consulting current official sources and obtaining independent legal and financial advice.
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