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Windhoek

Namibia's dedicated remote-work visa and a calm, safe, connected capital

In Windhoek, a mid-range month runs about $1,295 (NAD 21,068) and there is elevated violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Very Low

Cheaper day to day than about 90% of cities

Internet1.2/10

Slower internet than about 90% of cities

Visas6/10

Easier visas than about 55% of cities

Coworking2.4/10

Weaker coworking than about 85% of cities

English8/10

More English-friendly than about 70% of cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness2.2/10

Fewer wellness options than about 85% of cities

Getting There1.4/10

Among the 5% hardest cities to reach

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Everything we know

31 categories for Windhoek, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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