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How to buy Namibian Dollars

  • Buy Namibian Dollar Online

    Buy Namibian Dollar online with Click & Collect at over 580 M&S stores. Use our Pounds to Namibian Dollar (GBP to NAD) currency calculator to work out how many Namibian Dollar you want. Pick your collection date and collect from your chosen M&S store.

    Click & Collect Namibian Dollar (NAD) in as little as 60 seconds.*

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  • Buy Namibian Dollar In-store

    Buy Namibian Dollar in your local participating M&S store.* With over 90 Travel Money Bureaux nationwide - many open seven days a week. - you can buy Namibian Dollar at a time that suits you.

    *In-store rates may differ from online rates.

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What you need to know about the Namibian Dollar currency

The Namibian Dollar is the official currency of Namibia. Its currency code is NAD and its symbol is N$. Namibian Dollars (NAD) are pegged to the South African Rand at a 1:1 exchange rate. Each Dollar contains 100 Cents. 

Namibian currency comes in both coins and banknotes.

Coins include:

5¢ (Cents), 10¢, 20¢, N$1 (Dollar), N$5, N$10

Banknotes include:

N$10, N$20, N$50, N$100, N$200

You can buy Namibian Dollars online using our click & collect service.

Please note not all denominations are available to exchange. 

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Guide to Namibia

Namibia, located in Southern Africa, gets its name from the Namib Desert, the world's oldest desert. Regardless of your travel style, Namibia offers something for everyone.

In the Etosha National Park, you can see all sorts of African wildlife - elephants, lions, zebras, rhinos, and giraffes - up close and personal (just make sure you keep your hands and feet inside the safari jeep!). There's also the Skeleton Coast, where hyenas roam the sparse landscape dotted with sun-bleached whale bones and long-forgotten shipwrecks.

You'll find awe-inspiring rock formations in the rugged Damaraland and sky-high dunes in Sossusvlei. Travel further and you'll come across the elusive Deadvlei, which means "dead marsh" in English, an eerie landscape marked by skeletal trees.

In Namibia's capital, Windhoek, you’ll find a cosmopolitan city with beautiful architecture, delicious food, museums and galleries. So whatever type of holiday you’re looking for, it awaits in Namibia.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use my bank card in Namibia?

You can use bank cards in Namibia. However, many businesses, particularly in rural areas, will only accept cash payments, so be sure to travel with cash Namibian Dollars. This will also help you avoid the fees, charges and unfavourable exchange rates associated with overseas card payments.

 

How expensive is Namibia?

Namibia is a fairly low-cost destination. Bear in mind however that the prices displayed on products and services don’t include tax, so you’ll need to add on 15% (some basic food items are exempt from VAT).

Pre-tax, you should expect to pay around:

  • N$14.57 (around £0.64) for a bottle of water.
  • N$33.56 (around £1.48) for a coffee.
  • N$800.00 (around £35.37) for a mid-range meal for two people.

Check our currency converter to see the latest GBP to NAD exchange rate.

Can you use other currencies in Namibia?

Although the Namibian Dollar is the country's official currency, the South African Rand is also widely accepted throughout Namibia.

Do you need a visa to visit Namibia?

British passport holders can stay in Namibia for up to 90 days without a visa. If you plan on visiting for longer or are in Namibia to work or volunteer, you'll need to apply for a visa.

For more information regarding Namibia's entry requirements, visit GOV.UK for further details.

Should I tip in Namibia?

Tipping in Namibia isn't mandatory but is usually appreciated.

What languages are spoken in Namibia?

English is Namibia's official language, but over 20 languages are spoken. You can also expect to hear:

  • Oshiwambo (Namibia's most widely spoken language)
  • Afrikaans
  • Khoekhoegowab
  • Otjiherero
  • Lozi
  • Tswana
  • Damara/Nama
  • European languages like German and Portuguese
What is the latest government travel advice for Namibia?

Namibia is generally considered one of the safest destinations in Africa. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing do occur in big cities like Windhoek, so always be aware of your surroundings and keep valuables close by.

You should always check the latest travel advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (opens in a new window) for any updates before you depart, just to be sure.

What is the best time of year to visit Namibia?

May and October, the winter dry season, are considered by many to be the best time of year to visit Namibia, as the weather is warm and there's low humidity. This period is also the perfect time to see native wildlife.

Ready to visit Namibia? Check the latest GBP to Namibian Dollars exchange rate and order your Travel Money today.

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