Mali visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indians visiting Mali

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

  • An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • 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 (40 mm x 40 mm) 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.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Original Yellow Fever vaccination certificate. 

Mali Visa for Indians

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 10 working days 90 days
Business visa 10 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Mali Visa

  • An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • 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 (40 mm x 40 mm) 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.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Original Yellow Fever vaccination certificate. 
Mali Tourist visa Mali Business visa

Mali Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Indians traveling to Mali for tourism and invitation purposes can apply for a Mali tourist visa.
  • There are two types of Mali tourist visa:
    • Single-entry visa: this visa is valid for one month.
    • Multiple-entry visa: this visa is valid for three to six months.
  • The visa costs are: USD80 (3 months, single entry), USD110 (3 months, multiple entry), USD200 (6 months, multiple entry), USD370 (1 year, multiple entry).
  • Applicants are required to provide a physical passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page.
  • There are no currency restrictions for entry into and exit out of  Mali.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provided by the applicant.
  • An invitation letter from friends or family in Mali must be provided by the applicant if said applicant intends to reside with a Malian. 
  • If you weren't invited by friends or family members, you are required to provide proof of accommodation in form of a hotel booking.
  • You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be arrested, expelled, or imprisoned. 
  • Travelers are advised to take cash with them as credit cards are not widely accepted.
  • Exercise caution when taking photographs in Mali. Photographing any official object, entity, or person is restricted.

Mali Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Malian business visa is available to Indians looking to travel to Mali for business purposes
  • This visa is valid for 90 days but can be extended to 180 days.
  • Applicants are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Bank statements from the last six months must be provided. The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria
    • It must be of your savings bank account for the last 6 months.
    • It must be original and obtained from the savings bank account.
    • It must be provided with authentic seal and bank signature.
    • It must show a healthy balance amount in the account.
    • It must be original and should have the bank's stamp and signature on every page.
  • An invitation letter from the host company in Mali must be provided.
  • The letter must indicate if the company is going to sponsor the applicant's trip.
  • Proof of business registration from the company in India must be provided.
  • The applicant is required to provide a copy of his/her flight itinerary.

Mali Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

80.00 (USD)

Business visa

80.00 (USD)

Mali Visa Application Centres & Embassies in India

Location

Address

New Delhi

Malian Embassy in New Delhi, India --- A-2/29, Safdarjung Enclave New Delhi 110029 India

www.maliembassy.co.in

info@maliembassy.co.in

(+91) 11-4109 0624 / 25

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mali known for?

Mali is famous for its salt mines.

What do they eat in Mali?

Beef, lamb, chicken, and fresh or smoked fish are all popular in Mali. West African dishes like poulet yassa and foutou are eaten in Mali too.

What is the main religion in Mali?

An estimated 95 percent of Malians are Muslim, mostly Sunni belonging to Maliki school of jurisprudence influenced with Sufism.

what is the best time to visit Mali?

October, November, December and January are the best time to visit Mali.