Namibia’s visa-on-arrival system has generated more than N$413 million in revenue in less than 12 months, Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security Lucia Iipumbu revealed during a Cabinet Committee Briefing on Friday.
Providing an update on the ministry’s immigration services, Iipumbu said the policy has contributed significantly to government revenue while facilitating travel and economic activity.
“From 03 March 2025 to 31 January 2026, a total of 289,510 visas on arrival were issued. Revenue generated amounted to N$413,356,900 in less than 12 months,” she said.
According to the minister, the visa-on-arrival system forms part of Namibia’s broader immigration reforms aimed at improving efficiency while supporting national development.
“This reflects a balanced approach, safeguarding national security while facilitating tourism, investment and economic growth,” Iipumbu noted.
She said the ministry continues to modernise immigration systems and strengthen border security while ensuring Namibia remains accessible to international visitors.
In addition to visa services, the ministry issued 51,285 travel documents, including 50,155 ordinary passports, during the reporting period.
Iipumbu emphasised that immigration management plays an important role in national security and economic development.
“The ministry carries a solemn constitutional mandate: to safeguard national security, uphold the rule of law, manage immigration, provide civil registration and identification services, and ensure the safe custody, rehabilitation, and reintegration of offenders,” she said.
The minister also highlighted Namibia’s enrolment in the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Public Key Directory in November 2025, a system used globally to authenticate electronic passports.
She said this development strengthens passport security and helps prevent identity fraud and other cross-border crimes.
According to Iipumbu, the ministry will continue implementing reforms aimed at improving immigration services and border management.
She further called on citizens and stakeholders to support government efforts to maintain national security while promoting economic growth and international cooperation.
The Cabinet Committee Briefing forms part of regular government updates aimed at informing the public about the work and progress of ministries.