Xref: world wstd.travel.advisories:668 Newsgroups: wstd.travel.advisories Path: world!daemon From: Wally Doerge <76702.1202@compuserve.com> Subject: NEW TRAVEL INFO -- Namibia Message-ID: <950202145558_76702.1202_CHN27-1@CompuServe.COM> Precedence: bulk Sender: daemon@world.std.com (daemons) Organization: The World @ Software Tool & Die Distribution: wstd Date: Thu, 2 Feb 1995 14:55:58 GMT Approved: usenet@world.std.com Lines: 80 STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Namibia ============================================================ Namibia - Consular Information Sheet January 31, 1995 Country Description: Namibia is a southern African country with a moderately developed economy. Facilities for tourism are available. Roads are generally very good, although care should be taken to avoid hitting wandering wildlife, especially at night. Entry Requirements: A passport, an onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds are required for entrance into Namibia. A visa is not required for tourist or business visits of 90 days or less; however, visitors must be processed through immigration at a legal port of entry within 24 hours if the actual point of entry is not staffed by an immigration official. The following airports are considered legal ports of entry for the purpose of complying with this requirement: Windhoek International, Eros Suburban, Keetmanshoop, Oranjemund, Ross Pinah, Ondangwa, Oshakati, Grootfontein, Mpacha, Rundu, and Rooikop. Travelers can obtain further information from the Embassy of Namibia at 1605 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, telephone (202) 986-0540, or from the Permanent Mission of Namibia to the U.N. at 135 E. 36th St., New York, NY 10016, telephone (212) 685-2003, fax (212) 685-1561. Medical Facilities: Medical facilities are relatively modern, especially in the city of Windhoek. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health care services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. The Medicare/Medicaid program does not provide for payment of medical services outside the United States. In some cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas and medical evacuation coverage has proven useful. For additional health information, travelers can contact the Centers for Disease Control's international travelers hotline (404) 332-4559. Crime Information: Some petty crime occurs. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to local police and to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The pamphlets, "A Safe Trip Abroad" and "Tips for Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa," provide useful information on protecting personal security while traveling abroad and on travel in the region in general. Both are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Driving: Visitors should refrain from driving off the main roads in the northern part of the country, where unexploded landmines continue to pose a threat. Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in which they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in illegal drugs are strictly enforced. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines. Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek can obtain updated information on travel and security in Namibia. Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy is located at 14 Lossen Street in Windhoek. The mailing address is Private Bag 12029, Windhoek 9000, Namibia. The telephone number is (264-61) 22-1601, and the fax number is (264-61) 22-9792. No. 95-012 This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated December 8, 1993, to update information on entry requirements, medical facilities and driving. ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- The "travel-advisories@stolaf.edu" mailing list is the official Internet and BITNET distribution point for the U.S. State Department Travel Warnings and Consular Information Sheets. To unsubscribe, send a message containing the word "unsubscribe" to: travel-advisories-request@stolaf.edu Archives of past "travel-advisories" postings are available at the URL: "http://www.stolaf.edu/network/travel-advisories.html" or via Gopher: gopher.stolaf.edu, Internet Resources/US-State-Department-Travel-Advisories