Namibia to implement entry visa requirement for non-reciprocating countries


  • World
  • Saturday, 25 May 2024

WINDHOEK, May 24 (Xinhua) -- Namibia's cabinet has authorized the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) to implement an entry visa requirement for nationals from countries that have not reciprocated Namibia's favorable visa policies, an official said on Friday.

Etienne Maritz, executive director at MHAISS, said in a statement that the decision, affecting a total of 31 countries including Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Britain and the United States, aims to promote fair and balanced diplomatic relations.

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