VISA

Information and Guidelines

Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC 2026)
Visa Requirements & Application Guidelines

All international participants attending the NIEC 2026 must ensure that they have the appropriate visa to enter Namibia.

Conference Dates: 14 – 16 April 2026

Location: Droombos Vineyard Estates, Windhoek, Namibia

We encourage all participants to review the steps below carefully before making travel arrangements.

Step 1 — Register for NIEC 2026

Before applying for a visa, all participants must first register for the conference.

After registration, you will receive:

  • Your Official NIEC Invitation Letter
  • Your Event MICE Visa Code

Register Here → NIEC 2026 Registration

Only registered participants included on the official delegate list will be able to apply for a MICE Visa.

Apply for your MICE Visa 3 days after your registration has been confirmed.

Step 2 — Determine if You Need a Visa

Visa requirements depend on your nationality.

a.) Visa-Exempt Delegates

Delegates from visa-exempt countries may enter Namibia without applying for a visa, provided they are attending strictly as delegates.

Upon arrival, please present:

  • A valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Your official NIEC Invitation Letter Visa

Visa Exemption List →  Visa Requirements to Namibia

b.) Delegates from Visa-Required Countries

Delegates whose nationality requires a visa must apply for a:

  • MICE Event Visa

The MICE Event Visa is the correct visa category for attending NIEC 2026, including:

  • Delegates
  • Speakers
  • Moderators
  • Sponsors
  • Exhibitors

* Please note that the MICE Visa application deadline has been extended to 11  April 2026.

Tourist or holiday visas must not be used for conference attendance.

Step 3 — Special Requirements for Media

Media Representatives

Media representatives must first obtain accreditation from the Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology (MICT) before submitting a visa application.

No MICE Visa application should be submitted before MICT accreditation has been issued.

To request supporting accreditation documentation contact: media@richafricaco.com

* Please note that the MICE Visa application deadline has been extended to 11  April 2026.

 

Step 4 — Apply for Your Visa 3 days after your registration has been confirmed

Once registered and prepared, apply online via:

Ministry of Home Affairs eServices Portal 

Follow the instructions and upload the required documents.

Step 5 — Visa Fees

The official MICE Event Visa fee is NAD 1,600 per applicant. The visa fee is paid online via the Ministry of Home Affairs eServices Portal after the visa is approved.

Step 6 — Optional Visa Assistance

Delegates requiring professional visa assistance may contact: visadesk@renniestravel.com.na Fees are payable directly to Rennies Travel Namibia