Malawi eVisa Frequently Asked Questions
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- Complete the Malawi eVisa application form with personal, passport and travel details.
- Upload the required clear scanned documents and pay the visa fee online with a visa or mastercard credit/debit card.
- Download the approved Malawi eVisa from registered email ID and print a copy.
- Passport bio-data page, valid for at least 6 months.
- Recent passport-size photo.
- Signed covering letter from your host in Malawi.
Depending on the eVisa type applied for the Malawi eVisa document requirements more documents will be required.
Yes. Click “Add Applicant” and enter each traveller’s details. Every applicant receives a separate eVisa approval.
Nationalities fall into 3 categories. Category 1: Must get a visa before travel. Category 2: Can apply for Malawi eVisa. Category 3: Enter Malawi visa-free. Check the Malawi visa policy to confirm you entry path.
Malawi eVisa fees depend on the entry type and processing option selected by the applicant. Transit and single-entry are the cheapest; multiple-entry (especially 12-month) cost more because they offer longer validity and greater flexibility.
- Tourist eVisa: Single or Multiple entry
- Transit eVisa: Single entry
- Study eVisa: Single or Multiple entry
- Medical eVisa: Single or Multiple entry
- Family Visit eVisa: Single or Multiple entry
- Business eVisa: Single or Multiple entry
Single entry: up to 30 days stay, valid 90 days
Single entry (Transit): up to 3 days stay, valid 90 days
Multiple entry: up to 30 days stay, valid 180 days
Multiple entry: up to 30 days stay, valid 1 year
The applicant will receive an email with the rejection reasons They can reapply after correcting the reason for rejection.
- Incomplete or unclear documents submission
- Passport valid for less than 6 months
- Inconsistent travel information
- Previous visa violation
- Normal: 6-9 Working Days
- Rush: 4- 7 Working Days
- Super Rush: 3- 5 Working Days
Applicants receive regular status updates by email. They can also check the status online on the application portal.
The main international airports that accepts eVisa are:
- Kamuzu International Airport (LLW): Lilongwe
- Chileka International Airport (BLZ): Blantyre
Tourists can explore Malawi's top tourist attractions, including popular lakes, national parks and historical sites.
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