Residence & citizenship
Namibian Permanent Residence Permit
Long-term settlement status granted at the discretion of the Immigration Selection Board under the Immigration Control Act.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The exact prior-residence period required for PR (commonly cited as 10 years) is discretionary/secondary-sourced and must be verified against the Immigration Control Act and official MHAISS guidance.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Namibia government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Permanent Residence Permit (PRP)
- Route type
- Permanent settlement / residence
- Legal basis
- Immigration Control Act, 1993; decided by the Immigration Selection Board
- Prior residence
- Granted after a substantial period of lawful residence
- Often cited as around 10 years of lawful status; exact requirement is discretionary and must be confirmed with MHAISS
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals with a long record of lawful residence who intend to settle permanently
- Applicants able to satisfy the Immigration Selection Board's requirements
Requirements
- Evidence of good character (e.g. police clearance)
- Proof of ability to support yourself and dependants / stable income
- Evidence of ability to integrate with the Namibian population
- Record of prior lawful residence in Namibia
- Completed application to the Immigration Selection Board via MHAISS
What you can do
- Reside in Namibia on a permanent basis if granted
- A step towards eligibility for naturalisation over time
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.