From application to arrival
Prepare your information, use the official application channel and check the issued document.
Prepare your application
Create an account, enter passport and trip details, upload the requested documents and pay online. Travel with the approval letter after the application is approved.
Submit through the official channel
Use Malawi eVisa. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.
Review the decision before departure
Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Costs & timing
Government charges and decision times for this route. Check the official service for your final fee.
Government fees
- Single entry
- USD 50
Additional service or payment charges may apply. Confirm the total before paying.
Decision time
Up to 3 working days
The immigration FAQ says within three working days; allow extra time for submission, payment and any follow-up.
A processing estimate is not a guaranteed travel date.
Details that can change your plans
Use the passport in your application
The passport used to enter Malawi must be the same passport whose details appear on the eVisa. If you have multiple passports, apply with the one you will carry.
Official guidancePractical tips for Malawi
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Check the issue date before booking travel
Malawi says eVisa validity starts when the visa is issued, rather than on your arrival date. Check the dates shown on your approval letter; the three-month single-entry validity is not a three-month permission to stay.
Prepare scanned application documents
Malawi's eVisa FAQ says uploaded passport, photo and any applicable residence-permit files must be scans, not camera pictures. The portal asks for passport details, travel information and a photograph.
Malawi at a glance
- Capital
- Lilongwe
- Currency
- MWK
- Calling code
- +265
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Cuba need a visa for Malawi?
For tourism in Malawi, travelers using an ordinary passport from Cuba should arrange an eVisa before travel. Create an account, enter passport and trip details, upload the requested documents and pay online. Travel with the approval letter after the application is approved.
How much is the government fee?
USD 50 for one entry (online application). Additional service or payment charges apply. Check the official payment page for exemptions and any additional charges.
How long does a decision take?
Up to 3 working days. The immigration FAQ says within three working days; allow extra time for submission, payment and any follow-up.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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