China visa requirements for Malawians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malawians visiting China

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

  • Original Malawi passport with at least six months of validity beyond stay in China.
  • Passport should have 2 blank visa pages for visa stamp.
  • One completed visa application form.
  • 1 recently-taken colour passport photo against a light background.
  • Proof of legal stay or residence status in Malawi.
  • An invitation letter to from host in China is required.
  • Applicants are required to provide a copy of the return trip plane ticket for China.
  • A copy of a Chinese hotel booking for the whole duration of your stay containing the full names of the applicant.
  • Copy of travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Malawi.
  • Bank statements showing proof of financial support.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of return flight tickets showing that applicants have intentions of returning to Malawi.

China Visa for Malawians

Facts about China

China, officially the People's Republic of China is a country in East Asia and the world's most populous country, with a population of around 1.404 billion in 2017. Covering approximately 9,600,000 square kilometres, it is the third or fourth-largest country by total area.  China’s political system was based on hereditary Monarchies or dynasties beginning with the semi-mythical Xia dynasty in 21st Century BCE.


China as a whole was ravaged by feudal warlordism with Japan during World War II. The Chinese civil war resulted in a division of territory in 1949 when the communist party of China led by Mao Zedong established the people’s republic of China on mainland China. Also the Kuomintang led nationalist government retreated to the Island of Taiwan where it governed until 1996 when Taiwan changed to democracy.


China’s economy has been one of the world’s fastest-growing with its annual growth rates consistently above 6 per cent. According to the World bank China’s GDP grew from $150 billion in 1978 to $12.24 trillion in 2017. In 2018, its GDP increased to $13.5 trillion (90 trillion yuan). Since 2010, China has been the country with the world’s second-largest economy by nominal GDP and the largest economy in the world by purchasing power parity in 2014.


China is also the world’s largest exporter and second-largest importer of goods and also the home to some of the world’s largest tech giants such as Huawei, Baidu, Tencent and Alibaba as it is the world’s most technologically advanced nation. Since 2019, China has the highest number of rich people in the world.

Types of China Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 4 business days 30 days
Business visa 4 business days 30 days

General Requirements for China Visa

  • Original Malawi passport with at least six months of validity beyond stay in China.
  • Passport should have 2 blank visa pages for visa stamp.
  • One completed visa application form.
  • 1 recently-taken colour passport photo against a light background.
  • Proof of legal stay or residence status in Malawi.
  • An invitation letter to from host in China is required.
  • Applicants are required to provide a copy of the return trip plane ticket for China.
  • A copy of a Chinese hotel booking for the whole duration of your stay containing the full names of the applicant.
  • Copy of travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Malawi.
  • Bank statements showing proof of financial support.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of return flight tickets showing that applicants have intentions of returning to Malawi.
China Tourist visa China Business visa

China Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The China tourist visa is issued to foreigners for tourism purposes.
  • Completely filled Chinese visa application forms provided in two copies.
  • The applicant must sign both copies of the application form. 
  • Incomplete or unsigned applications will delay the application process.
  • (2) recent passport photographs taken against a white background.
  • The applicant must provide a copy of the round trip airline confirming the dates of entry and exit from China. 
  • Applicant's name must be on the ticket, applicants are not required to send the original ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation issued by the inviting party or hotel reservation.
  • Copy of most recent bank statements or a letter from the bank of at least $125 per day verifying that the applicant has sufficient funds during the stay.
  • Letter of invitation from tour organization or relative to be visited in China stating the exact duration of stay and purpose of the visit is required.
  • An international certificate of vaccination for yellow fever is required. The applicant must submit a photocopy of the booklet.
  • The applicant under age 18 must submit a signed letter of consent signed by both parents, a copy of the minor's birth certificate and a copy of the passports or photo IDs of both parents.

China Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Malawi signed passport must be valid for 6 months from the date you plan to depart China.
  • Passport must contain sufficient blank visa pages. 
  • Visas and stamps should be affixed to the blank pages of the passport. 
  • Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not acceptable for visa issuance.
  •  If the passport does not meet this requirement, the applicant must renew a passport or obtain a new one.
  • (2) Passport photographs.
  •  China visa application form that is signed and completely filled. 
  • Letter from host, sponsor or company to be visited in China stating responsibility for applicant’ financial means in China.
  • Letter of invitation written on company letterhead explaining the nature of the business to be conducted, and specifying the type and validity of the requested visa.
  • An International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever is required.
  • The applicant must provide a copy of round trip airline confirmation indicating the dates of entry and exit from the country you intend to visit. 

China Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

140.00 (USD)

Business visa

140.00 (USD)

China Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Malawi

Location

Address

Lilongwe

Rue 18 Prolongee Fann Residence B.P. 342 Lilongwe Malawi

mw.chinaambassade.com

chinaembmw@mfa.gov.cn

(+265) (131) 220-6886

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vaccination required for Chinese visa?

The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for China: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.

What is China known for?

China is more advanced than most other countries in science and technology, astronomy and maths. The Chinese invented paper, the magnetic compass, printing in movable types, tea porcelain, silk, and gunpowder, among other things.

What happens if I overstay my Chinese visa?

Applicants overstaying the visa or residence permit for a short period will be given a warning and be required to pay a fine. Usually, the penalty is CNY500 per day not to exceed CNY10,000. 

Where to I get the application form for China visa?