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Malawi Visa Types
- nTourist visanot required
- nBusiness visanot required
The Embassy of Malawi is no longer issuing Transit Visas. Applicant must apply for a regular tourist visa in order to enter country.
In order to apply for a Work Visa in Malawi, applicant must apply for a Business Visa first. Once they have arrived in Malawi, they will be able to apply for a Work Visa on arrival.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of the destination country, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found hereVisa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of the destination country, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found hereVisa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of the destination country, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found herePassport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation.
Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation.
Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation.
Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Business registration. A copy of the host organization's Certificate of Incorporation or business registration in the country of destination.
Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Malawi, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Business registration. A copy of the host organization's Certificate of Incorporation or business registration in the country of destination.
Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Malawi, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Business registration. A copy of the host organization's Certificate of Incorporation or business registration in the country of destination.
Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Malawi, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Enrollment Letter. Please provide a letter confirming your enrollment from university/college/school in the destination country.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Missionary Letter. A letter of invitation from the sponsor or host in the country of destination explaining the purpose of travel, length of stay, place of stay, and host's contact information.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Missionary Letter. A letter of invitation from the sponsor or host in the country of destination explaining the purpose of travel, length of stay, place of stay, and host's contact information.
Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.
Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.
Missionary Letter. A letter of invitation from the sponsor or host in the country of destination explaining the purpose of travel, length of stay, place of stay, and host's contact information.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Enrollment Letter. Please provide a letter confirming your enrollment from university/college/school in the destination country.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Letter from hospital. A copy of a letter from the relevant hospital in Malawi.
Cover Letter. A signed letter addressed to the Director General of Immigration explaining the purpose of the trip and requesting issuance of the visa.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Letter from hospital. A copy of a letter from the relevant hospital in Malawi.
Cover Letter. A signed letter addressed to the Director General of Immigration explaining the purpose of the trip and requesting issuance of the visa.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Enrollment Letter. Please provide a letter confirming your enrollment from university/college/school in the destination country.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Letter from hospital. A copy of a letter from the relevant hospital in Malawi.
Cover Letter. A signed letter addressed to the Director General of Immigration explaining the purpose of the trip and requesting issuance of the visa.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Host's ID. Please provide a copy of the host's local ID or passport.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Host's ID. Please provide a copy of the host's local ID or passport.
Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.
Cover Letter. Covering letter from the host in Malawi.
Host's ID. Please provide a copy of the host's local ID or passport.
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Sounds good! What else do I need to know while planning a trip to Malawi?
- First, check the current validity of your passport.
- Second, make sure your passport has blank Visa pages.
- Confirm if transit visa is required for any connections.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Malawi. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
- In case applicant is minor:Birth certificate;Passport copy (Bio data page) of Guardian/Parent;Form of consent.Document proof of Legal Guardianship (if not natural parent).
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