Malawi visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Malawian Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Indonesia citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Malawi as tourist and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Intending visitors passport must valid for up to 6 months after arrival in Malawi and a national I.D card is usually sufficient.
  • Visitors are also required to provide proof of accommodation which might include a confirmed hotel reservation.
  • A bank statement for three months before the trip,  two (2) passport photographs, a cover letter and air ticket are needed.
  • Visitors are required to provide proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay (minimum of US$100 per day).
  • Although Malawi is a multi-lingual country with about nine languages, English and Chichewa are the official languages.
  • Visitors are advised to get vaccinated against Hepatitis A, B and Typhoid in order to be prepared against these diseases.
  • Visitors are advised to get Typhoid vaccines if they would be visiting smaller cities/ rural areas or if they are adventurous eaters. This is because typhoid could be gotten from contaminated food or water.
  • Minors visiting should be vaccinated against Measles.
  • Christianity is Malawi's major religion and is  closely followed by Islam. Other religions practised are Hinduism and traditional religion.
  • Malawi uses the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +2),which Jakarta, Indonesia is 5 hours ahead of Malawi.
  • The country has a sub-tropical climate that is relatively dry and strongly seasonal.
  • The warm-wet season stretches from November-April, while the cool, dry  winter season is evident from May- August.
  • The power plugs and sockets  used in Malawi are of Type G. The standard voltage is 230V and the standard frequency is 50Hz.
  • Visitors might look forward to exploring the following places in the country: The KuNgoni Art Gallery, where you would experience Malawi's Art and Culture in one place, The Nyika National Park, termed "Africa's Best Kept Secret" and also not forgetting to take a trip on MV IIIala, Malawi's oldest ship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What currency can I spend in Malawi?
The local currency in Malawi is the Kwacha, however US Dollars are widely accepted throughout the country.


What is the best time of the year to visit Malawi?
The best time to visit Malawi overall is the dry season, which lasts from April to November.


Is there internet connectivity in Malawi?
Yes there is. In fact, most of the well branded hotels offer internet, e-mail and fax.


Is it safe to travel to Malawi?
Malawi is one of the safest places in the world. Crime rate is very low and the people are extremely friendly.