Prepare for your arrival visa
Check the accepted arrival points, documents and payment arrangements before departure.
Confirm the visa-on-arrival route
Check with the destination’s immigration authority that a visa on arrival is available for your passport and trip.
Prepare for visa issuance on arrival
Keep your passport and supporting documents ready. Confirm the fee, accepted payment method and eligible point of entry before departure.
Check the visa you receive
Check the passport details, permitted stay and entry conditions on the visa issued to you.
Details that can change your plans
Verify visa-on-arrival eligibility
Malawi's February 2026 notice allows visa on arrival for Category Two nationals at designated ports; Category One nationals need a visa or prior authorization before departure. Check your nationality in the immigration department's eligibility wizard before relying on arrival issuance.
Official guidancePractical tips for Malawi
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Consider applying online before departure
For travelers who qualify for a Malawi visa on arrival, immigration recommends the official eVisa portal in advance to reduce delays. Visa issuance at the border still depends on meeting entry requirements.
Malawi at a glance
- Capital
- Lilongwe
- Currency
- MWK
- Calling code
- +265
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Guatemala need a visa for Malawi?
For tourism in Malawi, travelers using an ordinary passport from Guatemala should prepare for a visa on arrival.
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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