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Indian Citizens Visiting Malawi

Visa requirements, entry rules, and travel information for 2026

🛂
Visa on arrival

Indian citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival at Malawi's airports and designated border crossings. Have your documents and fees ready before landing.

📋 Required Documents

🛂 Valid passport — minimum 6 months validity beyond your stay
📷 Recent passport-sized photos (white background, last 6 months)
📝 Completed visa application form (from the embassy website)
✈️ Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking
🏨 Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, Airbnb, or host invitation)
💳 Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, last 3 months)
🏥 Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage recommended)
💼 Proof of employment, business registration, or student enrollment

⚠️ Requirements vary. Always verify with the official Malawi embassy before applying.

🛂 How to Get Your Visa on Arrival

  1. 1
    Prepare your documents
    Have your passport, return ticket, accommodation proof, and cash for the visa fee ready before landing.
  2. 2
    Proceed to visa on arrival counter
    On arrival at Malawi's airport, look for the "Visa on Arrival" counter before passport control.
  3. 3
    Submit your application
    Complete the arrival form, submit your documents, and pay the visa fee in the accepted currency.
  4. 4
    Receive your visa
    Your visa is stamped in your passport on the spot. Confirm your permitted stay duration with the officer.

🏛️ Malawi Embassy Contact

Contact the Malawi embassy in your country to apply for your visa.

🌐www.hcililongwe.gov.in
View full embassy details →

Malawi — Quick Facts

Malawi, officially the Republic of Malawi, is a landlocked country in Southeastern Africa. It is bordered by Zambia to the west, Tanzania to the north and northeast, and Mozambique to the east, south, and southwest.

🏛️ Capital
Lilongwe
💱 Currency
Malawian kwacha (MWK)
📞 Dial Code
++265
🗣️ Language
English

🆘 Emergency Numbers in Malawi

🚔 Police
990
🚑 Ambulance
998
🚒 Fire
999

⚠️ Visa information is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect recent policy changes. Always verify requirements with the official embassy or government website before travel.

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