Malaysia visa requirements for Malawians
Travel and visa requirements
Malaysian Visa is not required for Malawians
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- All visitors from Malawi can visit Malaysia for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Prospective visitors will be required to provide a passport valid for at least 6 months on their arrival in Malaysia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- On entry into Malaysia, tourists with over $10,000 ringgit notes will be asked to declare it.
- Also, when exiting Malaysia, tourists would not be allowed to leave with ringgit notes of over $10,000.
- Malawi tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to sustain them throughout the duration of their stay.
- Travellers from Malawi would be required to provide a confirmation of accommodation during their stay in Malaysia, which can be a hotel reservation, will be required.
- Malawi tourists with pets must possess a health certificate, which has been issued 7 days prior to departure and stating that during the preceding 6 months, no case of rabies has occurred and the animal has not been imported to Malawi. Also, the pet must have an anti-rabies vaccination certificate.
- Visitors who are regarded as persona non grata by the Malaysian government will not be allowed entry into the country.
- Prospective visitors can get to Malaysia from any international airport in Malawi. There are international airports in Lilongwe and Mahe.
- Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon are some of the airlines that fly from Malawi to Malaysia.
- The estimated flight time from Lilongwe to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 17 hours, 10 minutes, and from Blantyre, it is 18 hours, 50 minutes.
- The climatic condition in Malaysia is tropical and humid, with high temperatures and wet months throughout the year. There is almost no seasonal change, as the weather is majorly the same throughout the year. However, the coolest period is from November to January.
- The official language in Malaysia is Malay, which is also called Malaysian. Also, English is widely spoken as well throughout the country. There are about 10 other indigenous languages.
- In Malaysia, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The Malaysian Ringgit is the official currency of Malaysia. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Visitors to Malaysia can budget an average of $30 daily for expenses.
- Islam is the most practised religion in Malaysia with about 63% of the entire population practising it. Christianity, Hinduism and traditional religion are other religions practised in the country.
- Malaysia uses the Malaysia Time (GMT+8) which puts Malaysia six hours ahead of Malawi.
- Some of the tourist centres in Malaysia include Mulu Caves, Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre, Perhentian Islands and Langkawi.
- Nasi kerabu, curry laksa, hainanese chicken rice, bak kut teh, roti tisu, kaya pau and satay are some of the delicacies in Malaysia.
- Visitors can transport themselves in Malaysia with buses, taxis, car rentals and trains.
- Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.
- Visitors are also advised to take sensible precautions to protect themselves from muggers and bag-snatchers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Malaysia?
The current population of Malaysia is 32,482,119, based on the latest United Nations estimates. Malaysia population is equivalent to 0.42% of the total world population. Malaysia ranks number 45 in the list of countries (and dependencies) by population.
Is hunting allowed in Malaysia?
Hunting, killing or capturing of rhinos in Malaysia is prohibited. Poaching is the single major threat to Sumatran rhinoceros in Sabah which makes it illegal.
What is the best time to visit Malaysia?
The best time to visit Malaysia is between December and February if you're planning on visiting the islands on the west side of Malaysia (e.g., Penang and Langkawi). Or from June to August, if you're planning to visit Perhentians and Tioman Island, on the country's Eastern coast.
How much money do I need per day in Kuala Lumpur?
Malawi passport holders travelling to Malaysia can budget an average of $30 daily for expenses, especially those on a low budget.