The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek has issued a statement reaffirming its strong bilateral partnership with Namibia and clarifying recent developments regarding U.S. travel advisories and visa policies.
The media release, issued on Tuesday, provided context about the current Level 2 Travel Advisory for Namibia, as well as a recent U.S. presidential proclamation affecting visa entries from select countries.
The Embassy confirmed that Namibia’s travel advisory level has not changed since 2023 and remains at Level 2 – "Exercise Increased Caution" – due to concerns primarily related to health and crime. The advisory was most recently renewed on 23 December 2024, as part of the U.S. government’s annual global update for all countries.
“The Level 2 advisory is not unique to Namibia and is shared by many nations worldwide, including the United Kingdom, France, and Germany,” the Embassy stated. “It is designed to guide travellers in making informed decisions and does not represent a punitive action nor does it restrict travel or visa processing.”
The Embassy emphasised that Namibians continue to be warmly welcomed as visitors, students, and business travelers to the United States and that bilateral travel remains robust.
In response to recent media reports and public concerns, the Embassy clarified that Namibia is not affected by the presidential proclamation issued by President Trump on Monday, which restricts entry to nationals of certain countries due to national security and public safety considerations.
“There have been no changes to visa eligibility for Namibian nationals,” the statement emphasised. “Namibia is not included in the proclamation, and the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek remains open and committed to facilitating legitimate travel.”
The Embassy reiterated its commitment to transparency, mutual understanding, and the continued strengthening of U.S.-Namibia relations.
“We value our people-to-people ties with Namibia and are committed to ongoing engagement and cooperation across a range of shared priorities,” said Rachelle Duck, acting public affairs officer for the U.S. Embassy.
The media release, issued on Tuesday, provided context about the current Level 2 Travel Advisory for Namibia, as well as a recent U.S. presidential proclamation affecting visa entries from select countries.
The Embassy confirmed that Namibia’s travel advisory level has not changed since 2023 and remains at Level 2 – "Exercise Increased Caution" – due to concerns primarily related to health and crime. The advisory was most recently renewed on 23 December 2024, as part of the U.S. government’s annual global update for all countries.
“The Level 2 advisory is not unique to Namibia and is shared by many nations worldwide, including the United Kingdom, France, and Germany,” the Embassy stated. “It is designed to guide travellers in making informed decisions and does not represent a punitive action nor does it restrict travel or visa processing.”
The Embassy emphasised that Namibians continue to be warmly welcomed as visitors, students, and business travelers to the United States and that bilateral travel remains robust.
In response to recent media reports and public concerns, the Embassy clarified that Namibia is not affected by the presidential proclamation issued by President Trump on Monday, which restricts entry to nationals of certain countries due to national security and public safety considerations.
“There have been no changes to visa eligibility for Namibian nationals,” the statement emphasised. “Namibia is not included in the proclamation, and the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek remains open and committed to facilitating legitimate travel.”
The Embassy reiterated its commitment to transparency, mutual understanding, and the continued strengthening of U.S.-Namibia relations.
“We value our people-to-people ties with Namibia and are committed to ongoing engagement and cooperation across a range of shared priorities,” said Rachelle Duck, acting public affairs officer for the U.S. Embassy.
