If you work in a setup that allows you to work remotely, you may have travelled within the country and abroad. Using your savings to visit new places while you also earn on-the-go, you’ve probably ticked off many destinations on your bucket list. However, if you’re looking for new, offbeat places to get a digital nomad visa for, we suggest you check out Namibia.
Off-late, most of the destinations that have been gaining popularity among remote workers have been those in Asia and Europe. Be it Spain, Italy, Ecuador, Indonesia or Vietnam, these destinations offer ease of stay, tax savings, affordable accommodation and ample places to explore if you want to be a digital nomad and work from there.
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A rather unexplored region, however, has been Africa. Namibia is one country in the continent that offers digital nomad visas for people from across the globe. The first country in Africa to offer such visas, according to Timeout, is Namibia which is welcoming people to come and explore the stunning countryside and live among the locals as they continue working on their daily jobs from there.
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The visa allows visitors to live in the southwest African country for up to six months. When there, you can explore the salt pans of Etosha, which is among the country’s five best national parks. Visit the coastal town of Swakopmund, which has German colonial architecture. What’s more, the wildlife in Namibia will fascinate you, and the traditional food and festivities will leave a lasting impression on your mind and heart.
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How can you qualify for the visa?
If you want to work remotely from Namibia, all you need is a valid passport, a clean criminal record, and proof of health insurance. Additionally, you also need to have a monthly income of at least USD 2,000 (INR 1,64,880). The application for the visa can easily be filled and submitted online. Also, remember that you need additional income if you are bringing in dependents with you.
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A Namibian remote working visa is much more accessible than several other places (such as Costa Rica and Iceland to name a few) and offers experiences that are unique to the region. So, when looking at countries to work from, it’s time to consider this Southwest African nation, too.
Know more about Namibia’s digital nomad visa here.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Answer: A digital nomad is someone who can work remotely and so, they often travel across the world while they work. All they need is their laptops and decent WiFi.
Answer: Anyone who works remotely, giving them the freedom to live and work from anywhere in the world, qualifies as a digital nomad.
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Anushka Goel
Anushka has previously worked with publications such as the Times of India and Being Indian. A graduate from Xavier Institute of Communications, she specialises in entertainment, food and travel. She also likes to write about sustainability and beauty. When not working, you can catch her reading a book, tending to her plants, cooking or playing an instrument.
