Mali visa requirements for Equatorial Guineans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Equatorial Guineans visiting Mali

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

  • An original passport or travel document with at least 6 months validity beyond your stay in Mali and 2 blank visa pages.
  • 2 completed and signed visa application forms.
  • 2 recent passport-size photographs.
  • International certificate of vaccination against yellow fever.
  • Proof of hotel accommodation in Mali for the entire duration of stay.
  • Copy of return or onward flight ticket or confirmed flight itinerary.
  • Proof of payment of the visa fee.

Mali Visa for Equatorial Guineans

Facts about Mali

Mali is a country known for its historical buildings, wildlife, and national parks. You can take a tour of the National Museum of Mali, go hiking on Mount Hombori, visit La Duna Rose or the Gouina Falls. Visiting Mali will be worth your while with all the attractions available.

The country receives a total of 173,200 tourists yearly.

Types of Mali Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 business days 90 days
Business visa 7 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Mali Visa

  • An original passport or travel document with at least 6 months validity beyond your stay in Mali and 2 blank visa pages.
  • 2 completed and signed visa application forms.
  • 2 recent passport-size photographs.
  • International certificate of vaccination against yellow fever.
  • Proof of hotel accommodation in Mali for the entire duration of stay.
  • Copy of return or onward flight ticket or confirmed flight itinerary.
  • Proof of payment of the visa fee.
Mali Tourist visa Mali Business visa

Mali Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Malian tourist visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel to Mali for tourism, vacation, sightseeing or other recreational activities.
  • The tourist visa is also required by travellers who intend to visit friends or relatives residing in Mali.
  • Each applicant is expected to submit 2 accurately completed and signed visa application forms.
  • 2 recent passport-size photographs that meet the Mali visa photo requirements should be submitted. This photos must be taken with a light background.
  • As proof of accommodation in Mali, you are required to submit a copy of your hotel reservation.
  • Proof of private accommodation is required if you will be staying with friends or relatives for the duration of your stay in Mali.
  • You should also submit a letter of invitation from your host in Mali if you are visiting friends or relatives.
  • A certificate of vaccination against yellow fever must be submitted by each applicant
  • This visa allows its holder to stay in Mali for up to 3 months. For the duration of stay, the tourist visa holder is not permitted to take up paid employment in the country.
  • To show that you plan to leave Mali once your visa expires, you should present a copy of your return flight ticket to your country of origin.
  • The tourist visa fee ($106) must be paid and proof of payment should be presented.
  • You may apply for a single-entry visa (valid for 1 month) or a multiple-entry visa (valid for 3 or 6 months). How many times you plan to travel to Mali within 90 days should inform your decision.

Mali Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreign nationals who plan to travel to Mali for business purposes are eligible to apply for a business visa.
  • The business visa permits its holder to attend business meetings, summits, conferences or sign business contracts with partners in Mali.
  • You are required to complete 2 visa application forms with accurate information.
  • 2 passport-size photo recently-taken with a white/light background should also be submitted.
  • A business letter from your employer stating your name, role in the company and the purpose of your travel to Mali should be submitted. This letter should also state awareness of leave and when you are expected back at work.
  • A letter of invitation from the inviting Malian company should also be submitted. The letter should clearly state your name, the nature of the work to be done and who will be responsible for your expenses while in Mali.
  • Copy of the certificate of registration of your company in Equatorial Guinea should be provided as proof that your company is authorised to trade in your country.
  • You should provide proof of previous business dealings between your company and the inviting Malian company. This could be bills of lading, receipts for payments or other related documents.
  • Proof of payment of the business visa fee should be provided.

Mali Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

106.00 (USD)

Business visa

106.00 (USD)

Mali Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Equatorial Guinea

Location

Address

Malabo

Calle Rey Malabo Vivienda 16 Caydasa Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

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+240-09-0742; +240-09-6994

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Mali?

Travellers are advised against travelling to Mali for now as there are risks of terrorist attacks and kidnappings. The northern part of the country is totally unsafe for travellers, and unless essential, you should also not travel to the southern part. While in Mali you should be security conscious and listen to reports about the current state of the nation.

What currency is spent in Mali?

The official currency of Mali is the West African CFA franc. ATMs can be found at most banks in the country's capital, Bamako so you may be able to use international credit/debit cards. It is advised to exchange your local currency for the CFA franc once you arrive in Mali.

What language is spoken in Mali?

The official language in Mali is French but more than half of the population speak Bambara or some other African countries. You may also find a few English speakers in the country.

Do I need to get any vaccination before travelling to Mali?

Although a certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is the only required vaccination for entry into Mali, travellers are also advised to get vaccination against Hepatitis A, typhoid and take prescription medication for malaria before, during and after their trip to Mali.