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Cost of Studying in Namibia (2027) for International Students

All international students in Namibia, from SADC and non-SADC countries, must hold an approved study permit and visa before entering the country to study. At the University of Namibia, students can apply for the permit during registration, paying a NAD 80 handling fee and a NAD 2,200 permit fee to the Ministry of Home Affairs once it is approved. UNAM's undergraduate applications for 2027 close on 30 September 2026.

Verified 15 Sep 2026 Sources
Public tuition, per year
Not listed
international students
Living cost, per month
Not listed
typical range
Work during study
Not listed
per week
Post study work
Not listed
after graduation
Intakes
February
main application cycles

University example, UNAM 2026. Registration payment NAD 12,125 (SADC) or NAD 20,775 (non-SADC), including a tuition deposit and a NAD 3,500 international student levy; non-SADC class fees are double the Namibian rate.

Study permit. Handling fee NAD 80; permit fee NAD 2,200 for the year once approved.

Sources, checked 15 September 2026
  1. https://www.unam.edu.na/international-students/
  2. https://www.unam.edu.na/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Fees-Prospectus.pdf
  3. https://www.unam.edu.na/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2027-Undergraduate-Programmes.pdf