Malawi E-Visa for Indians: Fees, Requirements (& How to apply)

Do Indians need a visa for Malawi?

Yes. Indian nationals must apply for a visa before travelling to Malawi. Currently, Malawi does not offer visa-free access to Indian passport holders, whether their visit is for tourism or business activities.

The most convenient option for applying for a Malawi visa for Indians is to complete the process online and obtain an e-visa. The Malawi electronic visa (e-visa) can be applied for online through the government portal.

Can Indians get a Malawi visa on arrival?

No. Indians are not eligible for a Malawi visa on arrival. They must obtain a visa before travelling to Malawi.

Malawi e-visa requirements for Indians

When applying for a Malawi e-visa for Indians, certain documents will be required to complete your online application form.

• Valid Passport: A scanned copy of the passport page displaying personal data and photograph. The file size should not exceed 70 KB, and the image format should be JPEG.

• Visa Photo: One standard-sized photo meeting dimensions of width (381-571) pixels and height (496-744) pixels. The file size should not exceed 200 KB, and the image format should be JPEG. Or simply use visa photo maker tool and upload your selfie to transform your image to a valid visa photo.

• Cover letter: A cover letter from your host in Malawi, be it an agent or a friend, relative, family member is required. An accommodation booking will also work fine but that must be signed by the host.

Malawi e-visa fees for Indians

The Malawi visa fees for Indian travellers on the government portal is

• Malawi single-entry e-visa costs 50 USD ( approx. ₹ 4150).

*The Malawi visa price for Indians will be charged as per the exchange rate on the day of the application.

Malawi visa application process for Indians

We always want to ensure that our readers know exactly how to apply. For the Malawi tourist visa for Indians, you can handle the visa application yourself through the government portal.

How to apply through the government website

Indian citizens can apply for an Malawi electronic visa or the Malawi e-visa for Indians through the Malawi Immigration Portal; here's how:

1. 1

   Access the Malawi immigration portal: Visit the Malawi immigration portal website, and start by creating an account on the e-visa portal. If you already have one, just log in.

2. 2

   Start your application: After logging in, choose your nationality and the type of visa you need.

3. 3

   Choose your travel document: Select the kind of travel document you have, like an ordinary passport.

4. 4

   Purpose of visit: Pick your reason for travelling, such as tourism.

5. 5

   Travel dates: Add the dates you plan to enter and leave Malawi. This helps you check what you need for the visa.

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   Read requirements and consent form: Look over all the e-visa Malawi requirements. Then, download and tick the consent form.

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   Fill in the application: Complete the online application form by providing all required information, including passport details, date of birth, travel dates, and port of entry, and upload the required documents.

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   Upload documents: You'll need to upload valid documents that the application asks for.

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   Review your application: Scroll to the bottom of the page to review your application. Ensure all information is accurate, or you can go back and edit if necessary.

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    Make payment: Have your credit card ready to pay the visa fee. Follow the instructions to complete the payment process. A 5% surcharge will apply for most international cards for USD transactions.

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    Check application status: You can monitor the status of your e-visa application online at any time after submission.

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    Download and print e-visa: Once approved, visit the portal again to download your e-visa. Print a copy to present to the Immigration Officer upon arrival at the international airport or other designated port of entry in Malawi.

Receive your approved Malawi e-visa

After submitting your visa application, you must wait for processing. Remember to apply for your e-visa early to ensure enough time for processing.

Through the government portal:

The Malawi government will not send you an email when your visa is approved. You need to manually check to verify your visa has been granted. Once approved, you can download the visa and print it.

Malawi visa information for Indians

How to check Malawi e-visa status

To check the status of your visa application on the Malawi government portal, follow the below steps:

1. 1

   Visit the official Malawi e-visa portal.

2. 2

   Find the "Check Visa Status" or "Track Application" section.

3. 3

   Enter your unique reference number.

4. 4

   Submit your application information.

5. 5

   Review your visa status, which may be "In Process," "Approved," "Denied," etc.

You must save the application id to check and print the Malawi visa for Indians. Unfortunately, they won't email you the e-visa results.

Malawi e-visa processing time

The Malawi e-visa processing through the government website is 3 business days.

Malawi e-visa validity & length of stay

The Malawi e-visa is for 90 days from the date it has been issued. With an e-visa, you can stay in the country for a maximum of 30 days, allowing you to enter the country once.

Receive your approved Malawi e-visa for Indians

After you submit your application, processing your Malawi e-visa typically takes about 3 working days.

Remember that visa processing times don't count weekends or public holidays. You can check Malawi's public holiday schedule on their official government website.

Once your visa is approved, you'll get it by email. Print out this document and take it with you when you go to Malawi.

Malawi e-visa rules

• Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your return date to India.

• The Malawi e-visa processing fee is non-refundable.

• If your application is not complete, it will be rejected.

• Having a Malawi e-visa doesn't guarantee you can enter Malawi.

• You can't work or do business in Malawi without the right permit or pass.

• You need to get a visa before you go to Malawi.

• You must show your e-visa printout when you arrive in Malawi.

• The Malawi e-visa cannot be extended.