Namibian Birth Certificate

Applying for a Namibian Full Birth Certificate

On this page, we take a look at what full birth certificates are and how you can apply for one (you’ll need to do this on your own, as our expert documentation services cannot in this case).

What Exactly is a Namibian Full Birth Certificate?

Namibian birth certificates are documents that contain information about a person’s two biological parents or legal guardians. They are also known as unabridged birth certificates and do not carry the same weight as standard abridged birth certificates. Should someone wish to visit certain countries, such as South Africa, and one is under the age of 18, that person may require a full birth certificate along with other documentation such as a passport. Generally speaking, Namibian full birth certificates are used for:

• International travel
• Emigration purposes
• Applying for a foreign visa

Who Needs to Apply for a Full Birth Certificate?

Although you will not need a Namibian birth certificate for domestic travel (for example between Windhoek and Swakopmund), you might be required to present this document when travelling internationally. In many instances, officials require Namibians to present their full birth certificates when applying for visas, overseas marriages, or foreign citizenship.

How Can I Apply for My Full Birth Certificate?

Our team at Apostilla.co.za specialises in assisting our customers with queueing for, applying for immigration documents, but some documents, such as the Namibian full birth certificate, require citizens to apply directly in person. Other documents, like the Namibian Certificate of Conduct, are available through our services. Applications for full birth certificates are lodged with the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration, or at Namibian embassies, missions, or consulates. To apply for a Namibian full birth certificate, you will need:

• Your ID document or passport (clear PDF scan)
• Completed birth certificate application form (black ink, clear PDF scan)
• Copies of both parents’ IDs or passports (clear PDF scans)

If you are in possession of an abridged birth certificate, that may help. Keep in mind that there is an additional fee for applications made without an abridged birth certificate.

How Long Does it Take to Obtain a Full Birth Certificate?

Depending on how easily accessible your details are in the archives, the process generally takes less than 30–60 days.

Our Services

Should you need to obtain your Namibian full birth certificate, we unfortunately cannot assist you at the Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, as an applicant has to apply in person. Apostilla.co.za is a documentation agency based in South Africa that specialises in legalised and verified document assistance.