Namibia Travel Advisory: Exercise Increased Caution Due to Crime and Health
The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 advisory for Namibia due to crime and health risks. Petty crime is common, violent crime possible; medical facilities are limited in remote areas.
Impact and considerations
Business travelers in Namibia should be cautious about crime, especially in remote areas, and ensure medical coverage.
Key points
- Namibia is at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution.
- Petty crime like purse snatching and pickpocketing is common; violent crime possible.
- Medical facilities are limited in remote areas; travel insurance recommended.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- U.S. Department of State
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 15 May 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 10 Sept 2026, 00:16
- Last updated
- 15 May 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- US Travel Advisories：Namibia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 15 May 2026, 08:00