Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to common questions about the Malawi eVisa
To apply for a Malawi eVisa, follow these simple steps:
- Access the Malawi eVisa application form online
- Fill in your personal and travel information
- Upload the required documents, including a passport
- Pay the eVisa fee securely online
- Submit your application
- Receive your eVisa via email
The general required documents for the Malawi eVisa include:
- Passport: Bio-data page with at least 6 months' validity
- Photograph: Recent passport-size photo
- Covering Letter: A signed covering letter from the host
Check the complete list of Malawi eVisa document requirements for different eVisa types with detailed clarification.
Yes, you can certainly add multiple applicants to a single eVisa application by simply clicking on the "Add Applicant" option when applying for the Malawi eVisa. Just provide complete and accurate details of the travellers you're applying for.
Each applicant will receive a separate eVisa approval.
Certain countries require an eVisa to enter Malawi, while others need a regular visa. Countries that don’t fall under either category are generally visa-exempt. Review the list of eligible countries for the Malawi eVisa, those requiring a regular visa, and those exempt from visa requirements.
The Malawi eVisa cost varies by the chosen eVisa type and validity period. The fee is paid online through a secure payment gateway.
Eligible applicants can apply for the following eVisas to travel to Malawi for various purposes.
| eVisa Category | Entry Type |
|---|---|
| Tourist eVisa | Single/Multiple |
| Transit eVisa | Single |
| Study eVisa | Single/Multiple |
| Medical eVisa | Single/Multiple |
| Family Visit eVisa | Single/Multiple |
| Business eVisa | Single/Multiple |
If your visa application is rejected, you will receive:
- Email notification with rejection reasons
- Detailed explanation of issues with your application
- Guidance on how to address the problems
You may reapply after addressing the issues mentioned in the rejection notice.
- Incomplete or unclear documents
- Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)
- Inconsistent travel information
- Incorrect Payment details or payment failure
The processing time for your Malawi eVisa depends on the option you choose when filling out the application form.
- Normal Processing:6-9 Working Days
- Rush Processing: 4- 7 Working Days
- Super Rush Processing: 3- 5 Working Days
Applicants receive updates on their eVisa application status via email. Additionally, they can access the Malawi eVisa status portal and enter the order ID, passport number, and the solved CAPTCHA to check the processing status.
- Insufficient Documentation
- Incomplete or incorrect application submission
- High volume of applications
- Government holidays
- Applying too close to travel dates
Tourist eVisa validity and stay duration:
| No. of Entries | Maximum Stay Duration | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Single | 30 Days | 90 Days |
| Multiple | 30 Days | 180 Days |
| Multiple | 30 Days | 1 Year |
Travellers can use the following international airports as a port of entry.
- Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) - Lilongwe (Main international gateway)
- Chileka International Airport (BLZ) - Blantyre
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from a yellow fever-endemic area. The recommended vaccinations include Typhoid and Hepatitis A and B.
Tourists can explore Malawi's top tourist attractions, including popular lakes, national parks and historical sites.