Namibia - Consular Information Sheet
December 8, 1993

Country Description:  Namibia is a southern African country with a 
moderately developed economy.  Facilities for tourism are available.

Entry Requirements:  A passport, an onward/return ticket and proof of 
sufficient funds are required for entrance into Namibia.  A visa is not 
required for tourist or business visits; however, visitors must be processed 
through immigration at a legal port of entry within 24 hours if the actual 
point of entry is not staffed by an immigration official.  The following 
airports are considered legal ports of entry for the purpose of complying 
with this requirement:  Windhoek International, Eros Suburban, Keetmanshoop, 
Oranjemund, Ross Pinah, Ondangwa, Oshakati, Grootfontein, Mpacha, Rundu, and 
Rooikop.  Travelers can obtain further information from the Embassy of 
Namibia at 1605 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, 
telephone (202) 986-0540, or from the Permanent Mission of Namibia to the 
U.N. at 135 E. 36th St., New York, NY 10016, telephone (212) 685-2003, fax 
(212) 685-1561.

Medical Facilities:  Medical facilities are relatively modern, especially in 
the city of Windhoek.  Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash 
payment for health care services.  U.S. medical insurance is not always 
valid outside the United States.  Supplemental medical insurance with 
specific overseas coverage has proved to be useful. Information on health 
matters can be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control's international 
travelers hotline, telephone (404) 332-4559.

Information on Crime:  Some petty crime occurs.  The loss or theft abroad of 
a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to local police and to the 
nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.  The pamphlets, "A Safe Trip Abroad" and 
"Tips for Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa," provide useful information on 
protecting personal security while traveling abroad and on travel in the 
region in general.  Both are available from the Superintendent of Documents, 
U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

Drug Penalties:  U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in 
which they are traveling.  Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in 
illegal drugs are strictly enforced.  Convicted offenders can expect jail 
sentences and fines.

Registration:  U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek 
can obtain updated information on travel and security in Namibia.

Embassy Location:  The U.S. Embassy is located at 14 Lossen Street in the 
capital city of Windhoek.  The mailing address is Private Bag 12029, 
Windhoek 9000, Namibia.  The telephone number is (264-61) 22-1601, and the 
fax number is (264-61) 22-9792.

No. 93-323

This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 18, 1993, to 
update the entry requirement that travelers who enter without immigration 
inspection must report to immigration within 24 hours of arrival.