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From 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM Sun Jan 10 16:17:25 1993
Newsgroups: wstd.travel.advisories
From: 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM (Charlie Smith)
Subject: *NEW* TRAVEL INFORMATION -- Namibia
Organization: The World @ Software Tool & Die
Distribution: wstd
Date: Thu, 7 Jan 1993 20:28:51 GMT
STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Namibia
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Namibia - Consular Information Sheet
December 24, 1992
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy is located at 14 Lossen Street
in the capital city of Windhoek. The mailing address is Box 9890,
Windhoek 9000, Namibia. The telephone number is (204) 221-675, or
222-680.
Country Description: Namibia is a southern African country with a
moderately developed economy. Facilities for tourism are available.
Entry Requirements: A passport, onward/return ticket and proof of
sufficient funds are required for entrance into Namibia. A visa is
required for tourist or business visits. Travelers can obtain
further information from the Embassy of Namibia at 1605 New
Hampshire Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, telephone (202)
386-0540. As of this writing, the government of Namibia had not
issued regulations regarding how travelers arriving in Namibia from
countries not having Namibian representation will be able to obtain
visas.
Medical Facilities: Medical facilities are relatively modern,
especially in the city of Windhoek. Doctors and hospitals often
expect immediate cash payment for health care services. U.S.
medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States.
Supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has
proved to be useful. Information on health matters can be obtained
>from the Centers for Disease Control's international travelers
hotline, telephone (404) 332-4559.
Information on Crime: Some petty crime occurs. Useful information
on safeguarding valuables and protecting personal security while
traveling abroad is provided in the pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad,"
available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in
illegal drugs are strictly enforced. Convicted offenders can
expect jail sentences and fines.
Tips for Travelers: The Department of State publication "Tips for
Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa" is available from the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, D.C. 20402. It contains general information on travel
in the area.
Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy in
Windhoek can obtain updated information on travel and security in
Namibia.
No. 92-157
Distribution:
>INTERNET:travel-advisories@stolaf.edu.