VAT in Namibia: rate and registration threshold
VAT in Namibia is charged at 15% and administered by NamRA. Registration becomes compulsory once your taxable turnover passes N$500,000. Track your rolling turnover so you register in time.
Key points
- 1 VAT rate: 15%.
- 2 Compulsory registration threshold: N$500,000.
- 3 Administered by NamRA — file returns and keep valid tax invoices.
Frequently asked questions
When must I register for VAT in Namibia?
VAT registration is compulsory once taxable turnover passes N$500,000. Confirm with NamRA.
More on Namibia
- Register a company — Namibia
- Company tax — Namibia
- Hiring staff — Namibia
- Start a business — Namibia
- Data protection — Namibia
- Tax clearance — Namibia
- Empowerment / B-BBEE — Namibia
- Licences & permits — Namibia
- Payroll & employee tax — Namibia
- Importing & customs — Namibia
- Annual returns — Namibia
- Full Namibia compliance guide
VAT / sales tax elsewhere in SADC
Want this handled, or tracked for you?
Use the free tools, or let NanoLeap take it off your plate.
Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with NamRA or a registered professional.