Quick Facts
- Validity: 30 days from entry
- Processing: 24-72 hours
- Entry: Single/Multiple
- Extension: Possible in-country
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for a Malawi tourist visa, you must meet the following requirements:
Document Requirements
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Passport-size photograph
- Completed application form
- Flight itinerary/return ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Bank statement (last 3 months)
Eligibility Criteria
- Purpose of visit must be tourism/leisure
- Sufficient funds for the stay
- No intention to work or study
- Clean criminal record
- Good health status
- Intention to return to home country
What You Can Do
With a Malawi tourist visa, you can enjoy a wide range of activities:
Lake Malawi Activities
- Swimming and snorkeling
- Boat trips and sailing
- Beach relaxation
- Water sports
Wildlife & Nature
- Safari in national parks
- Bird watching
- Nature photography
- Hiking and trekking
Processing Information
| Processing Type |
Duration |
Fee |
Description |
| Standard |
24-72 hours |
$50 |
Regular processing for most applications |
| Express |
12-24 hours |
$75 |
Expedited processing for urgent travel |
Important Notes
- Tourist visa does not permit employment or business activities
- Overstaying your visa may result in fines and deportation
- Visa extension must be applied for before expiry
- Entry is subject to immigration officer's discretion
Visa Extension
If you need to extend your stay in Malawi, you can apply for a visa extension at the Immigration Department offices in Lilongwe or Blantyre. Extensions are typically granted for additional 30-day periods.
Extension Requirements:
- Valid passport
- Current visa
- Extension application form
- Extension fee payment
- Reason for extension
Extension Offices:
- Immigration Department - Lilongwe
- Immigration Department - Blantyre
- Border immigration offices