Malawi Visa at the Border

Traveling to Malawi for most people includes applying for a visa. While you can apply for a visa at the border, you should apply for an e-visa prior to arriving at a port of entry. Arriving at the border without an already approved visa is risky because not much information is given about visas-on-arrival and any information that is given is inconsistent. There is no guarantee that you will be eligible to apply for a visa when you arrive at the border.

The Malawi e-visa can be completed online, and you can present it on your phone, laptop, tablet, etc. It is recommended that you also bring a paper copy of your e-visa in addition to your electronic copy. This ensures that you will have access to your e-visa even if your device(s) does not cooperate.

You can find out more information about the Malawi e-Visa in our FAQ section below. Want to start the application? Click here.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What Is an e-Visa?

An e-visa is an electronic visa that is accepted by Malawi as an official travel document. The e-visa acts as a regular visa without the need to wait for your visa to arrive in the mail.

When Will My Malawi e-Visa Expire?

Malawi e-visas expires 90 days after issued.

How Long Does the e-Visa Allow Visitors to Stay in Malawi?

The e-visa for Malawi will allows you a max stay of 90 days per entry.

How Quickly Will My Application be Processed? How Much Does It Cost to Submit an Application?

Your e-visa application will be processed based on the processing speed you choose when you fill out the application. There are three processing speeds: standard, rush, and super rush. Each processing speed has a different price:

• Standard Processing: Application is processed in 10 days and costs USD $101.99.
• Rush Processing: Application is processed in 9 days and costs USD $119.99.
• Super Rush Processing: Application is processed in 7 days and costs USD $150.99.

Can I Use My e-Visa for Multiple Entry?

Your Malawi e-visa allows a Multiple entry.

Do I Need to Apply for a Visa?

Citizens of the following countries are allowed to enter Malawi without a visa. If your country is not on this list, you can start your e-visa application here.

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Botswana
• Dominica
• Fiji
• Gambia
• Grenada
• Hong Kong, China
• Israel
• Jamaica
• Kenya
• Kiribati
• Lesotho
• Malaysia
• Mauritius
• Mozambique
• Namibia
• Nauru
• Northern Ireland
• Samoa (Western)
• Seychelles
• South Africa
• St. Kitts Nevis
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent and the Grenadines
• Swaziland
• Tanzania
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Tuvalu
• Uganda
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

What Documentation Do I Need to Present with My Application?

You will need the following documentation with your application:

• Photo
• Copy of your passport details page
• Evidence of accommodation during your stay in Malawi

If the application is for a minor, you will also need:

• The minor's birth certificate
• The minor's legal guardian's passport page
• Consent letter