Border post · South Africa to Namibia

Alexander Bay

NORTHERN CAPE · 28.57°S 16.51°E

Short answer: Alexander Bay border post is open from 06:00 to 22:00 on the South African side (checked 7 October 2026). It crosses to Oranjemund in Namibia.

Hours06:00 to 22:00
Other sideOranjemund (Namibia)
Nearest townAlexander Bay

What to know

Crosses the Orange River mouth to the diamond town of Oranjemund. Driving north from Oranjemund through the Sperrgebiet needs a permit.

Bring your passport, the vehicle's registration papers and, for a hired car, the rental company's letter of authority to take it across. Check the rules for Namibia before you go.

StaySightsEat & drinkHikingFishing

Places to stay within 40 km

2
  • Annemarie's Guest farm
    Guest house
    10.4 KM
  • Brandkaros Resort
    Campsite
    19.9 KM

Sources

  1. Border Management Authority, South African ports of entry (hours list) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  2. Namibia Tourism Board, border posts and points of entry (undated) · OFFICIAL · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  3. Wikipedia, Namibia and South Africa border crossings table · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026
  4. Drive South Africa, South Africa border crossing guide (updated 29 July 2026) · SINGLE SOURCE · CHECKED 7 OCTOBER 2026