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Walvis Bay: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Walvis Bay is a city in Namibia and the name of the bay on which it lies. It is the second largest city in Namibia and the largest coastal city in the country.

Walvis Bay · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityWalvis Bay+25°CClear · sunset 07:15 PMupdated 02:30 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map2
Exchange rate$16.61per 1 $NAD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
Walvis Bay in pictures22 photos
Digr · cc-by-sa-4.0 · Jan 7, 2011
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Anagoria · cc-by-3.0 · Feb 11, 2011
Jesse Allen and Robert Simmon · pdm · Feb 27, 2011

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
  • crime
  • health risks
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Exercise increased caution in Namibia due to crime and health . Crime Non-violent crimes of opportunity are common. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching, pickpocketing, and smash and grabs from unoccupied parked vehicles. Potentially violent crimes are possible, including home invasions and armed robberies.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Walvis Bay International Airport WVB15 km from the centre
Eros Airport ERS267 km from the centre
Hosea Kutako International Airport WDH309 km from the centre
Cities of Namibia
Countries nearby

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