Verified List of Banks in Namibia (2026 Update)

This page tracks 11 financial institutions operating in Namibia, centered around the capital, Windhoek. All listings are manually verified as part of our 2026 data review.

Average inflation is estimated at approximately 4.20%, a useful benchmark for currency and purchasing-power stability in the region. Namibia reports a public debt-to-GDP ratio of approximately 59.9%, against an unemployment rate of 36.90%. Foreign exchange reserves equal roughly 16.18% of GDP, indicating a limited external liquidity buffer relative to economic output. The largest commercial bank operating in Namibia is First National Bank.

An estimated 90.9% of Namibia's listed banking institutions maintain a direct SWIFT/BIC connection, placing the country in our 'Fragile' connectivity tier.