Buying a home in Namibia from abroad?
Whether you're moving from Frankfurt, Cape Town, Luanda, or London — Namibia welcomes foreign property ownership in urban areas. We'll guide you home.
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What makes Namibian property attractive
Stable rule of law
Strong property rights, transparent title deed system, and an independent judiciary.
NAD pegged to ZAR
The Namibian Dollar is pegged 1:1 to the Rand — predictable for SA-region buyers.
Coastal + lifestyle
Swakopmund and Walvis Bay rival Cape Town for lifestyle at a fraction of the price.
From offer to keys, step by step
Find a home
Browse listings, save searches, ask agents directly via WhatsApp. Many of our agents speak your language.
Make an offer
Sign an Offer to Purchase. 10% deposit held by conveyancer.
Appoint a conveyancer
Seller's conveyancer handles transfer. 1.5–3% of price.
Transfer funds
Funds via FNB Namibia, Bank Windhoek, or Standard Bank. Allow 5–10 business days.
Pay duty + register title
Transfer duty paid to NamRA, title deed registered in your name.
Take possession — 4–8 weeks
Keys handed over once deeds are registered.
What buyers ask us most
Can foreigners own land in Namibia?
Yes for urban residential and commercial property — no restrictions. Agricultural land over 100 hectares outside urban areas has restrictions since 2024.
Do I need a visa or residency to buy?
No. Property ownership doesn't require residency, but it also doesn't grant the right to live in Namibia — that needs a separate visa.
Can I get a Namibian mortgage?
Usually only if you're a permanent resident. Non-residents typically buy cash or finance through their home country bank. Some local banks lend at 50–60% LTV to non-residents.
What taxes will I pay?
Transfer duty 1–8% (individuals), 12% (companies). Annual municipal rates. 15% capital gains tax if you sell. Non-resident rental income tax rates apply.
Can I rent out my property?
Yes — short-term holiday rentals and long-term tenancies are both common. Property managers charge 8–10% of monthly rent.