Namibia Money

Currency

The Namibian Dollar (NAD; symbol N$) is in note denominations of N$200, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of N$5, N$1, 50 cents, 10 cents and 5 cents. It is linked to the South African Rand (R) on a 1:1 basis (South African Rand = 100 cents). The South African Rand is also acceptable as currency in Namibia.

Currency Exchange

Available in banks and at bureaux de change.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are accepted. Credit cards are not usually accepted at petrol stations.

Traveller's Cheques

To avoid additional exchange rate charges, take traveller's cheques in US Dollars or South African Rand.

Currency Restrictions

Restrictions apply.

Banking Hours

Mon-Fri 0900-1530; Sat 0900-1100.

Exchange Rate Indicators

Date Apr 09
£1.00= N$13.48
$1.00= N$9.05
€1.00= N$12.01
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