Overstay amnesty extended to 20 January

The home affairs and immigration ministry has extended its amnesty offer until 20 January for foreigners who have overstayed their permitted time in Namibia. The offer was initially valid from 15 December to 16 January. The ministry is urging overstayers to voluntarily approach the nearest immigration office or border post to avoid prosecution, arrest and fines. No further extension of the amnesty will be granted, executive director Nghidinua Daniel said. Visitors are responsible for their own travel costs and must have valid travel or identity documents.

-Augetto Graig