Zambia visa requirements for Malawians
Travel and visa requirements
Zambian Visa is not required for Malawians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Malawi passport holders can visit Zambia for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- All visitors are required to possess a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of Zambia. The passport should have at least three blank pages for visa stamping.
- On entry and exit into Zambia, tourists with amounts above USD 5000 will be required to declare it.
- Malawians travelling to Zambia must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Zambia. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
- Travellers with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Malawi.
- Nationals of Malawi are as well required to possess a return ticket to Malawi or onward destination.
- Intending visitors can get to Zambia from any international airport in Malawi. There are international airports in Lilongwe and Blantyre.
- Malawian Airlines, Proflight Zambia and Ethiopian Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Malawi to Zambia.
- The estimated flight duration from Lilongwe to Lusaka, Zambia is 1 hours, 20 minutes and from Blantyre, it is 2 hours, 35 minutes.
- Zambian Kwacha is the official currency used in Zambia. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
- Zambia has two distinct seasons. Winter is from May through August which is the most comfortable time to travel, and summer is from mid-November through till the end of April and is characterized by warm to hot temperatures with constant rainfall.
- Zambia is a Christian dominating country, with about 96% of the entire population practising the religion. Various Traditional faiths are the minority religion in Zambia.
- Zambia has about seven regional languages and they include Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga, Lozi, Lunda, Kaonde, and Luvale. However, English is the official language.
- Solwezi, Sioma Ngwezi National Park, Chingola and Blue Lagoon National Park are some of the places tourists can visit while in Zambia.
- Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are crepes, enchilada casserole, tikka masala and the special thali.
- Zambia uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2). Both countries are in the timezone.
- The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type C, D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Zambia.
- Transportation in Zambia is facilitated by buses, train, taxis and small boats.
- Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zambia's main export?
Zambia’s main export is copper. The country produces around 1.5 million tonnes of copper each year.
Is Zambia safe for tourists?
Zambia is generally a safe country to visit. Around 800,000 tourists visit Zambia every year, and most of these visits are trouble-free. As with many third-world countries, theft and muggings are relatively common, so tourists are advised to remain cautious while in the country.
Is hunting allowed in Zambia?
Trophy hunting may take place during the hunting season, but no hunting is allowed at night. Hunting with artificial light is also prohibited. The Zambian government strictly controls the minimum number of days for a hunting safari based upon the species being hunted.
Do I need to be vaccinated against yellow fever before travelling to Zambia?
Although a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required from nationals of Malawi, they are advised to be vaccinated against other common illnesses before travelling.