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Everythiing You Need To Know About Malawi Visa

malawi-visa.images Apart from the citizens of 33 visa exempt countries, all other foreign nationals need to obtain a visa to enter Malawi. Citizens of these visa exempt countries can enter Malawi without a visa and can stay inside the country for a maximum period of 90 days.

As the United Kingdom is not a visa exempt country, British nationals should get a visa to visit Malawi legally.

After analyzing the nature and purpose of the foreign national’s visit, Malawi issues different types of visas to travelers. Please find below the different types of visas issued by Malawi to foreign nationals intending to visit the country.

Malawi tourist e-visa

UK citizens intending to visit Malawi exclusively for tourism-related activities can apply for a Malawi tourist e-visa. These visas can be obtained from the comfort of your home, and all you need to do is submitting the necessary documents which are mentioned below via email to Visa Genie.

The scanned digital copy of the applicant’s United Kingdom passport should be submitted. This passport should have a minimum validity of six months along with two blank pages for markings.
The digital copy of the applicant’s passport-sized photograph should be submitted. This photograph should be taken in a white background within the last six months.
A copy of the cover letter from the host in Malawi should be submitted.
A cover letter from the travel agent confirming the booking in Malawi should be provided.

Note: Authorities in Malawi offer both single entry and multiple entry visas to foreign nationals. Single entry Malawi tourist e-visas are valid for six months, while multiple entry visas offer validity of both six months and one year.

After obtaining the visa, the traveler should make sure that he or she is visiting Malawi within 90 days after the approval of visa.

Malawi tourist visa

Malawi regular tourist visas can be obtained by applying via the embassy.

In order to get a Malawi tourist visas, foreign nationals should submit the documents mentioned below.

The original, signed copy of the UK national’s passport should be submitted. While submitting the passport, please make sure that it has a validity of six months. The passport should also have two blank pages.
Two passport-sized photographs of the applicant should be submitted to get a Malawi tourist visa. These passport-sized photographs should be taken within the last six months in a white background.
The applicant should submit onward and return flight tickets, or the full version of the itinerary.
In order to obtain a Malawi tourist visa, it is necessary to submit proof of accommodation. As the proof of accommodation, applicants can submit the hotel room booking reservation details.
An invitation letter from friends or host in Malawi should be submitted. It is also necessary to submit the copy of their passport.
The applicant should also submit a cover letter stating the nature and purpose of the visit.
The tourist visa application form should be completed without any errors. In case of any queries, do contact Visa Genie.

Note: UK citizens planning to visit Malawi can also obtain a visa upon arrival at the entry port. However, it is always recommended to obtain a visa before travel, as authorities in Malawi can phase out the visa on arrival privilege at any time without prior notice.

Tips to take care while traveling with minors

Apart from submitting the below mentioned sets of documents, minors who are traveling to Malawi should also submit the documents mentioned below.

Birth certificate of the applicant should be submitted.
Passport copies of the parents or legal guardian should be provided.
If not a natural parent, the guardian should submit the proof of legal guardianship.
A consent letter from both the parents should be submitted.

Malawi business visa

Authorities in Malawi issue business visa to foreign nationals who plan to visit the country for business related activities.

If you want to procure a Malawi business visa, you should submit the documents mentioned below.

The original UK signed passport of the applicant should be submitted to obtain a Malawi business visa. The passport of the applicant should have minimum six months validity, and two blank pages.
Two passport-sized photographs of the applicant need to be submitted. These photographs should be taken in a white background, and it should not be older than six months.
The applicant is required to submit copy of onward and return flight tickets or the complete version of the itinerary.
It is necessary to submit copy of the recent bank statement as a proof of livelihood.
A letter of invitation from the host in Malawi should be submitted. This invitation letter should detail the nature and purpose of the traveler’s visit. It should also confirm the accommodation of the traveler, along with the intended duration of stay. If the invitation is being sent by a Malawi citizen, it is necessary to submit the notarized copy of his or her ID card. If the invitation is being sent by a non-Malawi citizen, it is necessary to submit the passport of the inviting person.
It is necessary to submit the copy of confirmed hotel room booking reservation. The reservation sheet should show the name of the applicant, dates of stay, name of the hotel, and its address.
A business invitation letter from the company in Malawi should be submitted, and it should be addressed to the Consulate of Malawi, Visa Section. The business letter should introduce the applicant, and should describe the nature of the business activities which will be conducted inside Malawi. The Malawi company should specify the type and desired validity of the visa, and they should also guarantee sufficient funds for the visitor’s travel.
The application to obtain a Malawi business visa should be completed without any errors.

Malawi transit visa

Malawi transit visas can be used to stay inside the country while the traveler is traveling to a different destination.

A UK citizen who is transiting to a different destination can stay visa free for 24 hours inside Malawi if he or she is meeting the below mentioned criteria.

The traveler should hold a valid passport.
It is necessary to hold proof of sufficient funds.
The foreign national should have proof of onward and return ticket proofs.
It is necessary to hold all documents required for the next destination.
The traveler should hold visa for the next country.
The traveler should confirm with the airline that boarding is available without a visa.

If the traveler is not meeting the above mentioned criteria, he or she will be compelled to take a visa.