Dutch Honorary Consulate in Namibia
Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek
Find the official address, telephone number, appointment details and consular services of the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek, Namibia, including signature legalisation, certified ID copies and passport guidance.
Contact Information
Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek – Contact Details
Windhoek West
Windhoek, Namibia
Eros, Windhoek
Namibia
210 Florence Ribeiro Avenue
Corner Muckleneuk Street
Nieuw Muckleneuk
Pretoria, South Africa
Important: appointments are required. The honorary consulate provides certain document legalisation services but does not accept regular Dutch passport, identity card or visa applications.
Location
Where Is the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek?
The Dutch Honorary Consulate is located at 17 Mozart Street, Windhoek West, Namibia.
Windhoek is Namibia’s capital and principal administrative, commercial and diplomatic centre.
The honorary consul also has a postal address at P.O. Box 86083, Eros, Windhoek. This post office box is for correspondence and is not a visitor location.
Call +264 61 223733 or email the appointment contact before visiting.
Visiting arrangements: meetings are by appointment only. Confirm the time and location before travelling to the office.
About
About the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek
Servaas van den Bosch is the Honorary Consul of the Netherlands in Namibia, according to the official Dutch government listing.
Honorary consuls maintain contacts with authorities, businesses, institutions and Dutch communities. They can help strengthen trade and investment links while providing limited assistance to Dutch nationals abroad.
Netherlands–Namibia Relations
Namibia and the Netherlands maintain diplomatic and economic relations involving international commerce, development, environmental cooperation and sustainable business.
Windhoek is a central location for contacts with Namibian government institutions and businesses. The honorary consul provides a local Dutch representative presence.
The Embassy of the Netherlands in Pretoria remains responsible for formal consular procedures, including regular passport and identity card applications for residents of Namibia.
Consular Services
Dutch Consular Services in Windhoek and Namibia
Signature Legalisation
Arrange an appointment in Windhoek to have an eligible signature legalised.
Certified ID Copies
The honorary consul offers appointments for legalising copies of identity documents.
Passports and ID Cards
Apply outside Namibia, for example at a Dutch office in South Africa.
Legalisation of a Signature
NetherlandsWorldwide confirms that the honorary consul in Windhoek provides signature legalisation appointments.
Contact honconsulnl@namibianederland.net and explain the purpose of your request.
Legalisation confirms that a signature is genuine. It does not verify the accuracy or legal effect of the document’s contents.
Bring a valid Dutch passport or identity card and the document requiring your signature. The standard procedure requires you to sign in the presence of the authorised representative.
Ask about applicable fees and whether the document meets the requirements before attending.
Legalisation of an Identity Document Copy
The honorary consul can also legalise a copy of an eligible identity document.
Make an appointment using honconsulnl@namibianederland.net.
Describe the document to be certified and the organisation requesting it. Confirm which original identification documents to bring.
A certified copy is not a replacement passport or identity card.
Dutch Passport and Identity Card Applications
Regular Dutch passport and identity card applications cannot be submitted in Namibia.
Dutch nationals living in Namibia can apply at the Embassy of the Netherlands in Pretoria or the Dutch Consulate-General in Cape Town. An eligible border municipality in the Netherlands is another option.
Start with the official passport and identity card application guide for Namibia.
Create a personal checklist for each applicant, prepare the documents and book an appointment. All applicants must attend in person, including children.
Documents to Prepare
Requirements depend on your personal circumstances. The checklist may include:
- A completed, printed and signed application form.
- Your printed personal document checklist.
- Current and expired Dutch and foreign passports or identity cards.
- Proof of legal residence in Namibia.
- Birth, marriage or nationality certificates when required.
- Legalised documents and sworn translations where applicable.
- Parental or guardian consent documents for minors.
- A passport photograph meeting Dutch requirements.
Proof of Legal Residence in Namibia
Applicants may provide a valid visa with supporting documents, a valid residence permit or a qualifying passport or identity card issued by their country of residence.
If you are married to a Namibian national, the published procedure also describes evidence involving a legalised marriage certificate and your spouse’s passport.
For a child’s first Dutch passport or ID card, a birth certificate can serve as proof of legal residence under the applicable rules.
Legalising Namibian Documents
Namibian birth and marriage certificates needed for Dutch passport or identity card applications must be legalised with an apostille.
An apostille is issued by the competent Namibian authorities. It confirms the relevant official signature or seal.
Documents in English do not require translation solely because of their language. Other languages may require a sworn translation into Dutch, English, German or French.
Read the official legalisation instructions for Namibia before preparing your documents.
Collecting Your New Passport or Identity Card
The embassy or consulate-general will notify you when your new document is ready.
Published collection hours in Pretoria are Monday to Thursday, 10:00–12:00, and Friday, 10:00–11:00.
In Cape Town, collection is available Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:00.
Check closure dates and bring the required identification. Your new document must be collected within three months of notification.
Postal delivery: the Namibia-specific procedure does not allow new Dutch passports or identity cards to be posted to applicants. Collection is required in Pretoria or Cape Town.
Other Official Consular Certificates
Certificates of marital status and residence can be requested by email through authorised Dutch offices in South Africa.
For Pretoria, contact pre-ca@minbuza.nl. For Cape Town, use kaa-ca@minbuza.nl.
These certificates are separate from signature legalisation and the certification of identity document copies in Windhoek.
Visa Applications
The honorary consulate in Windhoek does not accept visa applications.
For short-stay Netherlands Schengen visas and airport transit visas, the official Namibia appointment guide directs applicants to the German embassy in Windhoek.
Check the official appointment information for Namibia for the appropriate procedure.
Appointments
Appointments and Emergency Assistance in Windhoek
To arrange a signature legalisation or certified identity document copy, email honconsulnl@namibianederland.net.
For non-consular representative enquiries, use the official Dutch government contact form or call the published telephone number.
Lost or Stolen Dutch Travel Documents
If your Dutch passport or identity card is lost or stolen in Namibia, contact the Dutch consular authorities for guidance.
Explain your current location, available identification and travel plans. You may need an emergency travel document if you must travel before obtaining a replacement.
Urgent Dutch consular assistance: call the embassy in Pretoria at +27 12 425 4500 or NetherlandsWorldwide at +31 247 247 247.
Local Representation
Dutch Honorary Representation in Namibia
The honorary consul in Windhoek provides a local Dutch representative presence in Namibia.
The official appointment guidance confirms two local document services: signature legalisation and legalisation of identity document copies.
The Embassy of the Netherlands in Pretoria remains the responsible diplomatic mission for the wider range of Dutch consular services.
Before You Visit
Before Visiting the Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek
- Arrange your appointment before visiting 17 Mozart Street.
- Use the dedicated legalisation appointment email for document services.
- Confirm which original documents and proof of identity you must bring.
- Do not confuse the Eros post office box with the visiting address.
- Book passport and identity card applications outside Namibia.
- Check apostille requirements for Namibian civil status documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek – FAQ
Is there a Dutch Honorary Consulate in Windhoek?
Yes. The Dutch government officially lists an honorary consul in Windhoek, Namibia.
Who is the Dutch Honorary Consul in Namibia?
Servaas van den Bosch is the honorary consul named on the official Dutch government website.
What is the visiting address?
17 Mozart Street, Windhoek West, Namibia.
What is the telephone number?
Call +264 61 223733.
What are the opening hours?
The honorary consulate operates by appointment only.
How can I arrange a legalisation appointment?
Can I have my signature legalised in Windhoek?
Yes. Signature legalisation is an officially confirmed service available by appointment.
Can the honorary consul certify an identity document copy?
Yes. Appointments are available for legalisation of eligible identity document copies.
Can I renew my Dutch passport in Namibia?
No. Regular passport and identity card applications must be submitted at an authorised location outside Namibia, such as Pretoria or Cape Town.
Can a new Dutch passport or identity card be posted to Namibia?
No. The official Namibia application procedure requires collection at the application office in Pretoria or Cape Town.