Indonesia visa requirements for Malawians
Travel and visa requirements
Indonesian Visa is not required for Malawians
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- All travellers from Malawi can visit Indonesia for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of their arrival in Indonesia. The passport should also have two blank pages.
- Indonesia has placed a currency restriction of $7,500 for exit and entry into the country. Travellers from Malawi coming into the country with any amount exceeding this will have to declare it on arrival.
- Nationals of Malawi will be required to provide evidence of confirmed means of accommodation for their stay in Indonesia, which can be a hotel reservation.
- Tourists travelling with pets must have a rabies vaccination certificate issued by government veterinarian or licensed veterinary practitioner. The vaccination shall have been performed at least 30 days and not more than 1 year prior to travel.
- Visitors from Malawi are also required to provide evidence that they have sufficient funds to cover their expenses while in Indonesia. A valid onward or return ticket back to Malawi is needed as well.
- Although yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required from visitors from Malawi on arrival, they are however advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling.
- Malawi citizens below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Prospective visitors can get to Indonesia from any of the international airports in Malawi. There are international airports in Lilongwe and Blantyre.
- Jetstar, Singapore Airlines and Batik Air are some of the carriers that fly from Malawi to Indonesia.
- The estimated flight duration from Lilongwe to Jakarta, Indonesia is 18 hours, 25 minutes, and from Blantyre, it is 19 hours, 50 minutes.
- The climate in Indonesia is tropical. There are two main seasons in Indonesia: the dry season, which spans from May to September, and the wet season which is between October and April (this is when the weather is most favourable for a visit).
- The dominating religion in Indonesia is Islam, precisely the Sunni section. Christianity, Hindu, Buddhist, Confucianist, traditional religion and others, make up the minority in Indonesia’s religion demography.
- There are over 250 languages spoken in Indonesia, but the official language remains Indonesian (locally known as Bahasa Indonesia).
- Indonesian Rupiah is Indonesia’s official currency. Visitors can easily exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and exchange outlets across the country.
- Transportation in Indonesia can be made possible with motorbikes, pedicabs, taxis and buses.
- Indonesia uses the Western Indonesia Time (GMT +7), which puts Indonesia five hours ahead of Malawi.
- Major tourist sites in Indonesia include Tanah Lot, Uluwatu Temple and Borobudur Temple.
- The power and socket plug used in Indonesia are of Type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Sabal, satay, bakso, soto, nasi goreng, gado-gado and nasi uduk are some of the delicacies enjoyed in Indonesia.
- Tourists travelling to Indonesia are advised to budget about $35 to spend per day on expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the major language spoken in Indonesia?
The official and the most spoken language in Indonesia is Bahasa Indonesia, which is also called Indonesian. There are however over 250 other languages spoken in Indonesia.
Is Indonesia a poor country?
Indonesia is the largest country in Southeast Asia, both in terms of population and economy. In the past decade, Indonesia's economy has steadily grown, with overall poverty falling by 6 per cent in recent years. Despite this, however, Indonesia still has 105 million people living just above the national poverty line.
What is the official currency used in Indonesia?
Indonesian Rupiah is Indonesia’s official currency. Visitors can easily exchange their foreign currencies at banks, hotels and other exchange outlets across the country.
Is Indonesia safe for tourists to travel to?
Indonesia is generally safe for tourists to visit. Although petty theft does occur, it is not prevalent. Tourists are advised to take necessary precautions as they go about their tourism-related activities.