All businesses operating within the Omaruru municipal area must be registered under Section 94(1) of the Local Authorities Act (Act No. 23 of 1992) and hold a valid Fitness/Business Registration Certificate.
NB: Certificates must be renewed annually by 31 March each year.
- Business Registration Processing
- Fitness Certificate Issuing
- Annual Renewal Processing
- Premises Health Inspections
- Business Compliance Enforcement
- Liquor License Coordination
How to Register Your Business
- Step 1: Application Form – Obtain and complete the Application for Business Registration form at the Municipality Office.
- Step 2: Supporting Documents – Attach certified copies of your Namibian citizenship or permanent residence, company registration documents, and lease agreement if applicable.
- Step 3: Pay the Fee – Pay the application fee at the Finance Department and attach the receipt to your form.
- Step 4: Inspection – Comply with all requirements for your business category. The Environmental Health Officer will conduct an inspection of your premises.
- Step 5: Certificate Issued – Upon successful compliance, your Fitness/Business Registration Certificate will be issued. Business Categories Home-Based Occupations Hawkers & Street Traders Shebeens Early Childhood Development Centres General Dealers Food Preparation Places Industry Temporary Licences
Business Categories
- Home-Based Occupations
- Hawkers & Street Traders
- Shebeens
- Early Childhood Development Centres
- General Dealers
- Food Preparation Places
- Industry
- Temporary Licences
ERF 63, Wilhelm Zeraua Street
PO Box 14, Omaruru, Namibia
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm