Malawi visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Malawian Visa is not required for Mauritians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Mauritians visiting Malawi do not require a visa and the maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
  • Standard travel documents such as passport valid for up to 6 months after arrival in Malawi and a national I.D card is generally 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 hold proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay (minimum of US$100 per day).
  • Business visits may not exceed 120 days within one calendar year.
  • 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.
  • They should also get malaria prescription before, during and after their stay in Malawi.
  •  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.
  • Under aged visitors should be vaccinated against Measles.
  • Christianity is Malawi's major religion and is  closely followed by Islam. Other religions practiced are Hinduism and traditional religion.
  • Malawi uses the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +2),which makes Mauritius two 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.
  • People travelling to Malawi  might want to learn a few greetings and phrases. Common ones are: "Zikomo" which means "thank you", " Ndikubwera" which means "I am coming",  "Muli bwanji" which means "How are you?" and "Ndili bwino" which means "I'm fine".
  • 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.