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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Namibia
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Namibia - Consular Information Sheet
January 31, 1995
Country Description: Namibia is a southern African country with a
moderately developed economy. Facilities for tourism are available.
Roads are generally very good, although care should be taken to
avoid hitting wandering wildlife, especially at night.
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 of 90 days or less;
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.
The Medicare/Medicaid program does not provide for payment of
medical services outside the United States. In some cases,
supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas and medical
evacuation coverage has proven useful. For additional health
information, travelers can contact the Centers for Disease Control's
international travelers hotline (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: 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.
Driving: Visitors should refrain from driving off the main roads
in the northern part of the country, where unexploded landmines
continue to pose a threat.
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 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. 95-012
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated December 8,
1993, to update
information on entry requirements, medical facilities and driving.
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