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| Status | B-2 visitor visa |
|---|---|
| Visa or authorization | B-2 visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate |
| Where to apply | Online DS-160 form, then an interview |
| Fees and processing | Set by the US government: check the official site |
| Arrival | Inspection by US Customs and Border Protection at the airport |
Namibia is not in the Visa Waiver Program, so Namibian citizens need a B-2 visitor visa for a holiday in the United States, including Manhattan. There is no visa-free route for a Namibian passport. Apply with the online DS-160 form, book an interview at a US embassy or consulate, and check travel.state.gov for current requirements. This guide does not issue visas.
What the status means
Namibia is outside the Visa Waiver Program, so Namibian citizens cannot travel to the United States visa-free. For a holiday in Manhattan, the usual category is the B-2 visitor visa. Apply with the online DS-160 form and attend an interview at a US embassy or consulate. The officer reviews the purpose of travel, ties to Namibia, and return plans. Check travel.state.gov for current requirements.
Before you fly and arrival
Complete the DS-160 and keep the confirmation page. Attend the interview with the passport, confirmation page, and supporting documents. After the visa is issued, check the details. On arrival at JFK, LaGuardia, or Newark, Customs and Border Protection officers inspect the passport and ask about the trip. Answer plainly and show the Manhattan hotel confirmation and return plans if requested. Check official airport guidance before travel.
Staying in Manhattan
Carry a hotel confirmation that shows the Manhattan address and stay dates. Border officers may ask where you will sleep and how the trip is funded. Keep return plans and onward bookings easy to reach. From the airport, use public transit, a taxi, or a prearranged car service into Manhattan. Check current subway and airport service before travel, because routes and timetables change. The hotel can confirm local rules for guests.
Longer stays, work or study
A B-2 visitor visa covers a holiday and short visits, not employment or full-time study. Namibian citizens who plan to work, study, or stay longer need a different visa category. The purpose of the trip must match the visa. Do not enter on a visitor visa with the intention of working or enrolling in a course. Check travel.state.gov for the category that fits.
How to apply for a visitor visa
- Complete the online DS-160 form with accurate details and save the confirmation page.
- Pay the visa application fee only through the official route shown on travel.state.gov.
- Book an interview appointment at a US embassy or consulate serving Namibia.
- Attend the interview with the passport, DS-160 confirmation, and documents showing ties to Namibia.
- Wait for the passport with the visa, then check all details before booking travel.
- Travel to New York, present the passport to Customs and Border Protection, and answer questions about the holiday.
Documents to carry
- Passport with the B-2 visa inside
- DS-160 confirmation page and interview appointment notice
- Hotel confirmation showing the Manhattan address and stay dates
- Return or onward travel plans and proof of funds for the trip
Namibian citizens: questions
Do Namibian citizens need a visa for a holiday in Manhattan?
Yes. Namibia is not in the Visa Waiver Program, so Namibian citizens need a B-2 visitor visa for a holiday in Manhattan. Apply with the online DS-160 form and attend an interview at a US embassy or consulate. Check travel.state.gov for current requirements.
Is there a visa-free route to the United States for Namibian citizens?
No. Namibia is outside the Visa Waiver Program, so Namibian citizens cannot travel to the United States visa-free, whether for Manhattan or anywhere else. A B-2 visitor visa is the usual route for a holiday. The application uses the DS-160 form and an embassy or consulate interview. Check travel.state.gov.
What should Namibian citizens bring to the US visa interview?
Carry the passport, the DS-160 confirmation page, and the appointment notice. Add hotel confirmation and return plans for the Manhattan holiday. Include evidence of ties to Namibia, such as employment or study details. The officer may ask about funding and the purpose of the trip. Check travel.state.gov for the current document list.
Can Namibian citizens work in Manhattan on a visitor visa?
No. A B-2 visitor visa is for holidays and short visits, not employment or full-time study. Namibian citizens who plan to work, study, or stay longer need a different visa category. The purpose of the trip must match the visa. Check travel.state.gov for the correct category.
Where will you stay in Manhattan?
Midtown for a first visit, SoHo or the West Village for character, the Upper West Side for the park. Live prices for your dates open in the IMPT app.
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