Malawi visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Malawi

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

  • A valid passport.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Malawi Visa for Ghanaians

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
Tourist visa 3 - 7 working days 90 days
Business visa 3 - 7 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Malawi Visa

  • A valid passport.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Malawi Tourist visa Malawi Business visa

Malawi Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians intending to visit Malawi for tourism purposes.
  • You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
  • All visitors to Malawi must carry a valid passport.
  •  Visa applicants intending to visit a friend or family need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Malawi.
  • This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
  •  During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
  • You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires and present documents that show you have the intention to do so.
  • This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

Malawi Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Malawi for business purposes.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Malawian company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
  • Pre-registration is recommended for business travelers who will be attending conferences in the country. Proof of this registration is required.
  • If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
  • Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.

Malawi Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

75.00 (USD)

Business visa

75.00 (USD)

Malawi Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana

Location

Address

Addis Ababa

Address: Corner Sunshine/Maani, Addis Ababa - Ethiopia

Email: malemb@ethionet.et - malemb@telecom.net.et

Phone: +251-116-620-295

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the currency used in Malawi??
The Malawian kwacha is the official currency of Malawi.
Where is Malawi located??
Malawi is a landlocked country located in southeast Africa.
Is Malawi a rich country??
Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world. According to the 1998 census, 78 percent of the economically-active population were subsistence farmers.
What is the capital of Malawi??
Lilongwe is the capital of Malawi and also its largest city.
Will I get visa upon arrival in Lilongwe Malawi ???
Please can I have a Malawian person in Ghana and his name and his number, because I want a Visa to travel from Ghana to Malawi, my name is prophet Timothy Anyigor Ejike from Nigeria basis in Ghana?
Please I have applied for electronic Visa for Malawi immigration but always eight days I have not received the Visa to attend the program who need me?