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Content updated, June 2023
Discover Malawi with an eVisa! Apply with iVisa
Are you planning a trip to Malawi? Are you excited to discover incredible wildlife, mesmerizing turquoise lakes, culture, and history?
Well, you’re fortunate because traveling to Malawi is easier now since the government allows travelers from around the world that want to visit this country to apply online for a Malawi eVisa.
You will find everything you need to know about the Malawi eVisa and how to travel to this country to have an unforgettable experience.
Keep reading to find out how to apply for this travel document online using a quick, hassle-free, and completely digital application form.
What is the Malawi eVisa?
The Malawi eVisa is an official document permitting entry into Malawi. This eVisa allows travelers to enter the country for tourist and business purposes or to do sightseeing.
With us, you can choose between two different types of Malawi eVisas.
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The single-entry eVisa is valid for 90 days, with a maximum stay of 30 days. Please, note that you can’t visit other countries during your stay in Malawi with this eVisa.
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The multiple-entry eVisa is valid for 180 days. With this eVisa you can visit other countries during your stay in Malawi.
Who can apply for the Malawi eVisa?
The Malawi Tourist eVisa is available for citizens of over 200 countries. If you want to know if you’re from an eligible country, you can check the Learn More section, or you can use our Visa Checker Tool.
What documents do I need to apply for this e-Visa?
To apply for this electronic travel authorization, you need the following documents:
Applicant's Photo Passport Scan Birth Certificate (if applicable) Legal Guardian 1 Passport Page Scan (if applicable) Minor Consent Letter (if applicable) Cover Letter (if applicable) Proof of Accommodation (if applicable) Business Registration of Inviting Company (if applicable) Host's Passport Personal Details Scan (if applicable) Hospital Letter (if applicable) Invitation Letter (if applicable)
How can I apply for the Malawi eVisa online?
iVisa has a very easy online application process with a few steps you need to follow. It will take you less than 15 minutes!
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Step 1 - Complete the eVisa application form. You need to enter your personal information, passport, travel details, and email address.
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Step 2 - Confirm your payment for your visa to Malawi. You can pay with either a credit/debit card or PayPal. You need to pay a small processing fee to submit your visa application.
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Step 3 - Receive your approved eVisa to Malawi. After confirming payment, your e-Visa is processed.
We will send you your travel document to your email. Remember that it must be shown to the immigration officers upon arrival.
Pretty easy right? Apply now!.
Can I apply for the Malawi eVisa for free?
No, you can’t. The Malawi e-Visa charges you a government fee.
The single-entry eVisa government fee cost is USD $52.00 and the multiple-entry eVisa government fee cost is USD $150.
Additionally, we charge for our service, and we include the government fee in the price, so you can pay all at once.
Benefits of getting your Malawi eVisa with iVisa
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Application 100% government-compliant: Our iVisa team will review each one of the answers you give on the form and adjust them to be 100% compliant with the government requirements.
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Simplified Form: While on the Embassy website, you will have to answer confusing and tedious questions, at iVisa, you will only have to answer a simplified form with clear questions. It will be like filling out a short survey.
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Fill out the form at your own pace: With the iVisa platform, you can fill out the form at your own pace, make changes whenever you want, and save your progress, so you do not have to start from scratch, unlike the embassy website which cuts you off from their website every time you take a break.
iVisa values your safety. That is why we have a solid security system to protect your personal information. We recommend you go over to our reviews section and read what our past customers have said about our services. We’re sure you’ll find them to your liking.
Where can I learn more?
You can always reach out to our outstanding customer support team. They are available every day of the year, to answer any questions you might have about this or any other travel documents. They are incredibly helpful and experts in processing travel documents.
Required Documents to Apply
Applicant's Photo Passport Scan Birth Certificate (if applicable) Legal Guardian 1 Passport Page Scan (if applicable) Minor Consent Letter (if applicable) Cover Letter (if applicable) Proof of Accommodation (if applicable) Business Registration of Inviting Company (if applicable) Host's Passport Personal Details Scan (if applicable) Hospital Letter (if applicable) Invitation Letter (if applicable)
NOTE: The government of Malawi considers as a minor a person under 21 years old.
Important Instructions
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You can choose between two different types of Malawi eVisas.
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The single-entry eVisa is valid for 90 days and allows for a maximum stay of 30 days.
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The multiple-entry eVisa is valid for 180 days.
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Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended date of arrival.
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The Malawi Tourist eVisa is available for citizens from over 200 countries. Check if you are eligible to apply here.
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Children also need to apply for the Malawi eVisa.
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Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay is required to obtain this travel document. The dates in this document need to match the travel dates selected in your application. This is a government requirement to issue the travel document.
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We highly recommend you carry your eVisa on your device or as printed on paper, in case of any failure in the system.
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iVisa is a legitimate company, accredited and recognized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For more information, see the FAQs below.
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Questions?
My application for the Malawi eVisa couldn’t be completed due to an error. What now?
No need to worry. If you could not complete or submit your application on iVisa due to an internet issue, payment error, or another problem, you can contact us via online chat or email at [email protected]. We will check if you have an existing application or if you need to start over.
Our customer service team is available 24/7 to resolve any problems and guide you through the application process if needed.
What can I do if my Malawi eVisa application has been canceled or rejected?
While your application is thoroughly reviewed for mistakes or missing information by an iVisa expert, the government is ultimately responsible for deciding whether your visa application is accepted or rejected.
The reason for rejection is not always known. You are eligible for a refund of the iVisa processing fee if your visa application is rejected. Please note that the government fee cannot be refunded.
If you decide to reapply for a Malawi eVisa, you can count on the support of iVisa.
Do I get a refund if my application for the Malawi eVisa is rejected?
I have completed my Malawi eVisa application and payment but have not received an email confirmation. What should I do?
If I have more than one passport, can I apply for the visa using the particulars from the first passport and then travel with the second passport?
Visa Policy of Malawi
Where can I read more?
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