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Do Costa Rica citizens need a visa for Namibia?

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Costa Rica citizens need a visa to enter Namibia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Costa Rica vs Namibia: passport comparison

Costa Rica

91

visa-free countries

Global rank: #62 · mobility 147.3

Namibia

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #123 · mobility 91.2
26

countries both Costa Rica and Namibia can enter visa-free together

Costa Rica + Namibia: passport compatibility

51%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Costa Rica and Namibia travel together — by entry type:

26 both visa-free
20 both visa on arrival
28 both e-visa / eTA
27 both need a visa
96 access differs

Where Costa Rica and Namibia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Costa Rica → Namibia

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Costa Rica → Namibia rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

0passports gained easier entry to Namibia
33passports saw Namibia tighten its rules
2rule changes for the Costa Rica passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Costa Rica goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Namibia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Costa Rica citizens need a visa for Namibia?
Costa Rica citizens need a visa to enter Namibia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Costa Rica or Namibia?
The Costa Rica passport is stronger: 91 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Costa Rica #62, Namibia #123.
Where can Costa Rica and Namibia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 26 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Namibia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Costa Rica and Namibia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Costa Rica passport ranking

Where else the Costa Rica passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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