Malawi visa requirements for Angolans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Angolans visiting Malawi

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Malawian Visa.

  • An  Angolan passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of intended departure.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • The parents or legal guardians are to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Two identical  passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm). 
  • Travel document must be completely provided bearing the purpose of travel. 
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations.
  • Applicants are expected to have a copy of an onward flight ticket. 
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • Applicant has to show proof of no criminal record.
  • International certificate of vaccination.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Applicants are to provide a proof of the paid visa application fee.
  • A letter of invitation written by the host.

Malawi Visa for Angolans

Facts about Malawi

Malawi is known as the “Warm Heart of Africa”, this is because of the world-class friendliness of the people. The plethora of activities available for tourists to engage in makes the country one of the best places to visit in Africa. The enormous Lake Malawi is a popular destination for watersports, diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. The country also has national parks and game reserves where tourists can visit to watch the vast array of wildlife in the country. Wildlife animals which can be seen in the various game reserves include lions, zebras, leopards, elephants, and sea eagles. Zomba Plateau and the 3,002-tall Mount Mulanje, the highest peak in the country, are ideal trekking destinations for tourists.
 
The tourism industry in Malawi suffered a setback in the 1980s as a result of the economic recession suffered by South Africa, where most tourists come from, and the destabilization of Zimbabwe. In recent years, there has been an upturn in fortunes, the number of tourists’ visits have been on the rise. The tourism industry contributed 4.5% of the national GDP and 3.8% of the labor force.
 
Buying, selling, killing, or capturing of any protected wild animal or trading its parts without a license is considered a great offense. Anyone caught breaking this rule will be severely punished. Homosexuality is illegal in Malawi; foreigners should completely desist from such acts.
 
Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Botswana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Malaysia, Namibia, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Tuvalu, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe can visit Malawi for up to 90 days without a visa.

Types of Malawi Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Visitor Visa 14 days 30 days
Work visa 14 days 1 to 4 years
Student visa 14 days 1 to 4 years

General Requirements for Malawi Visa

  • An  Angolan passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of intended departure.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • The parents or legal guardians are to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
  • Two identical  passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm). 
  • Travel document must be completely provided bearing the purpose of travel. 
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations.
  • Applicants are expected to have a copy of an onward flight ticket. 
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.
  • Applicant has to show proof of no criminal record.
  • International certificate of vaccination.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Applicants are to provide a proof of the paid visa application fee.
  • A letter of invitation written by the host.
Malawi Visitor Visa Malawi Work visa Malawi Student visa

Malawi Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Angolans who intend to visit Malawi for tourism, visiting spouse, business or adventure are issued this type of visa.
  • The Malawi Visitor visa can also be issued as a  Tourist visa, Business visa, Conference visa or transit based on the purpose for visit. 
  • The visitor visa is sub-divided into single entry and multiple-entry. 
  • The single entry visa is valid for 30 days or less and can be used once upon entry into Malawi. 
  • The single-entry visa can be extended for a period of 60 days. 
  • The multiple-entry visa is valid for six or twelve months and can be used for multiple entries within the validity period.
  • The transit visa is valid for only seven days and can be used once.
  • Applicants whose trips are being sponsored should provide a letter of invitation containing the sponsor’s name and address to his/her legal residence.  
  • Applicants without full documentation will not be attended to. You are expected to submit all stipulated and required documentation. Please ask in advance before you travel.
  • The validity of a Malawian visa is 90 days although applicants are  given only 30 days of stay. 
  • If you intend to extend stay, you are to do so at any Malawi Immigration Offices before the end of the validity period. 

Malawi Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements


Work Visa 
  • Applicants who apply for a Malawian work visa intend to work in Malawi.  
  • This type of visa is issued in the form of a permit and it is known as the Temporary Employment Permit. 
  • Angolans going to Malawi to take up a specific employment are required to have this permit before they can gain entry. 
  • The Malawian company where the applicant has gained employment have to apply for a work permit on behalf of their employee. 
  • Documents showing the employee’s level of expertise, job description and salary quota are to be provided at the embassy during the application process. 
  • The work contract between the employee and employer stating the duration and conditions of the employment is also needed.   
  • The applicant should have valid health insurance before entry. 
  • Applicants can renew their work permit in the country. But the application should be submitted 3 months before the expiration of the permit.
  • All applicants for new TEP are required by law to wait outside Malawi until the application has been approved.
  • Applications for Temporary Resident Permits or Temporary Employment Permit should be done and processed by institutions hosting the applicant in Malawi.
  • Working in Malawi without a Temporary Employment Permit is illegal. Offenders are liable for prosecution by the Malawian Government. 
  • The temporary Employment Permit can be renewed twice.  
  • Only in cases when a Malawian company can not find any qualified Malawian citizen to offer the job, can the position be offered to a foreigner. 
  • A Temporary Employment Permit may be renewed after two years if the holder of the permit is still engaged in the employment for which the permit was issued at the date of expiration of such Permit.

Malawi Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Malawi Student permit allows intending students to enter Malawi and study at any approved Educational Institution.
  • Applicants are expected to submit their application form and other supporting documents at the Immigration Headquarters or Regional Immigration Offices for processing after payment of the appropriate fees.
  • The application will be submitted to the Chief Immigration Officer for approval.  Once an approval has been granted or a rejection issued, you will be formally notified. 
  • Applicants are required to have a school-leaving certificate and other academic qualifications backing up the application.
  • There should be a document reflecting the applicant's financial support from self, guardians or sponsors.   
  • A Student Permit can be renewed through the submission of a Student Permit Renewal Application Form and supporting documents and information at the Regional Immigration Offices or Headquarters. 
  • Applications for renewal must be submitted 3 months before the expiration of the permit.
  • You would need to provide a passport and travel documents valid for at least six months. 
  • The payment for the visa can be made after the visa has been approved. 
  • The study visa allows its holders to work and study at the same time. They can work to support themselves and anyone depending on them. 
  • Applicants are to demonstrate the capability to support themselves for the duration of their study. 
  • A document showing that the applicant intends to return back to the home country is required. 
  • A letter of acceptance must be provided demonstrating that an applicant has been offered a place on a full time course of study at a recognized educational institution.

Malawi Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

70.00 (USD)

Work visa

100.00 (USD)

Student visa

100.00 (USD)

Malawi Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Angola

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Malawi currently does not maintain an embassy in Angola. Citizens of Angola are advised to use the Angolan Embassy in South Africa for their application

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Malawi?

The capital of Malawi is Lilongwe.  It is the most populated commercial city of Malawi. Lilongwe is divided into the New and Old city.  Hotels, embassies,  government institutions and offices are situated in the New city while the bus stations, cafes and restaurants are in the Old city.  

What language is spoken in Malawi?

The official language spoken in Malawi is English.  Although other ethnic languages are spoken as the second language; Chichewa (common), Chinyanja, Chiyao, Chitumbuka, Chilomwe, Chinkhonde, Chingoni, Chisena, Chitonga, Chinyakyusa, and  Chilambya. 

What is the currency used in Malawi?

The currency used in Malawi is known as Malawian Kwacha. The currency code for Malawian Kwacha is MWK. 

How long does it take to process a Malawian Visa?

It takes about 3 days to 14 days to process a Malawian Visa.