Malawi Visa

Do I Need a Visa for Malawi?

Yes. In a change to previous policy, effective October 1, 2015, all US citizens traveling to Malawi for tourism, business, or transit purposes must have a visa prior to arrival. Three visas options are available: a single entry visa; a multi-entry visa that is valid for up to one year, and a transit visa that is valid for 7 days. It is possible to extend a Malawi visa in the country for an additional 30 days. It is very important that you apply for the proper class of visa based on the activities you intend to undertake on your trip as the Malawian authorities have fined, arrested, and deported US citizens who have been found to participate in activities that are inconsistent with what is permitted by their visa. It is always best to have a travel document expert handle the visa process for you to avoid such issues. In addition to a visa, you must have a passport that is valid for at least six months after the date you plan to depart Malawi.

Is A …	A Malawi Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	At least 6 months validity
Blank Passport Pages	One page for entry stamp
Tourist Visa	Yes
Other Visa Types	See below

Sources: Embassy of the Republic of Malawi and U.S. State Department

Can I Obtain My Visa for Malawi on Arrival?

The government of Malawi has stated that visas will be issued in the country, but the government has not yet publicized the procedures for obtaining a visa on arrival. Also, airlines may require travelers to have a visa in place before boarding a flight to Malawi, so it is best to obtain your visa before you go. A travel document expert will be happy to handle the process for you from start to finish and get your visa issued at the Embassy of Malawi in Washington, DC.

What Types of Materials Support My Malawi Visa Application?

To apply for a Malawi visa, you will need:

• Valid Passport
• Passport Photos
• Proof of Travel Arrangements
• Introduction Letter
• Properly Completed Malawi Visa Application Form
• Money Order

Depending on the details of your trip to Malawi, you may also need:

• Business Introduction Letter

Confused by the document requirements for travel to Malawi? Let the Malawi visa experts help! Call for expert advice.

How Do I Obtain My Visa for Malawi?

Call ! We make the complicated application process for a Malawi visa simple, and we handle all details on your behalf. We provide you with a step by step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and hand delivery of your documents to the Embassy of Malawi. Once your visa is issued, we are immediately notified, and we pick the document up and mail it back to you.

What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to Malawi?

Make sure your US passport will be valid for at least 6 months after the date you plan to exit Malawi. Is your passport about to expire? We can get you a new passport in as few as 1-3 business days.

Be sure to prepare your health for the diseases you will face in Malawi and other countries in the region. If you are arriving from a country in which yellow fever is endemic, proof of the vaccine may be required. Schedule an appointment at the Passport Health travel clinic nearest to you to inquire about your need for the yellow fever vaccine and to get all of the other vaccines, medications, and travel supplies you need for a healthy trip to Malawi.