Malawi visa requirements for Tunisians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Tunisians visiting Malawi

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

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended dates of exiting the country. 
  • The passport should have at least two blank pages for the Malawi visa stamp.
  • Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. 
  • Copy of return flight ticket to Tunisia is required.
  • Travel itinerary showing dates of arrival and departure from Malawi.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. 
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of stay in Malawi.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservation for the whole duration of stay in Malawi.

Malawi Visa for Tunisians

Facts about Malawi

Malawi is known as the “Warm Heart of Africa”, this is because of the world-class friendliness of the people. The plethora of activities available for tourists to engage in makes the country one of the best places to visit in Africa. The enormous Lake Malawi is a popular destination for watersports, diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. The country also has national parks and game reserves where tourists can visit to watch the vast array of wildlife in the country. Wildlife animals which can be seen in the various game reserves include lions, zebras, leopards, elephants, and sea eagles. Zomba Plateau and the 3,002-tall Mount Mulanje, the highest peak in the country, are ideal trekking destinations for tourists.
 
The tourism industry in Malawi suffered a setback in the 1980s as a result of the economic recession suffered by South Africa, where most tourists come from, and the destabilization of Zimbabwe. In recent years, there has been an upturn in fortunes, the number of tourists’ visits have been on the rise. The tourism industry contributed 4.5% of the national GDP and 3.8% of the labor force.
 
Buying, selling, killing, or capturing of any protected wild animal or trading its parts without a license is considered a great offense. Anyone caught breaking this rule will be severely punished. Homosexuality is illegal in Malawi; foreigners should completely desist from such acts.
 
Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Botswana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Malaysia, Namibia, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Tuvalu, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe can visit Malawi for up to 90 days without a visa.

Types of Malawi Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 business days 90 days
Business visa 5 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Malawi Visa

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended dates of exiting the country. 
  • The passport should have at least two blank pages for the Malawi visa stamp.
  • Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. 
  • Copy of return flight ticket to Tunisia is required.
  • Travel itinerary showing dates of arrival and departure from Malawi.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. 
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of stay in Malawi.
  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservation for the whole duration of stay in Malawi.

Malawi Tourist visa Malawi Business visa

Malawi Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is issued to foreigners visiting for tourism purposes such as leisure, relaxation, recreation, holidays and sightseeing in Malawi.
  • This visa also allows foreign to visit their friends or relatives who hold permanent residency in Malawi.
  • A letter of invitation from the host in Malawi is required.
  • The host could either be a family member, friend or tour organization in Malawi
  • The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must contain the valid contact information of the host in Malawi.
  • A receipt indicating proof of tour purpose should be attached to the letter of invitation from the tour organization is required.
  • Minors applying for this visa are expected to be in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • If the minor is travelling with one or none of his/her parents, a notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor is required.
  • Holders of this visa are prohibited from taking up study or business activities during their stay in Malawi.
  • Documents which show that applicants have the incentive of returning to Tunisia is required.
  • All travellers to Malawi are required to be vaccinated against yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, polio, and measles.

Malawi Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of engaging in business activities with other business partners or company in Malawi.
  • Business applicants can negotiate and sign business contracts and partake in business meetings and conferences in Malawi
  • Applicants with a business visa can also attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars in Malawi.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Tunisia should be provided.
  • The letter must state the awareness and allowance of the applicant’s business leave.
  • An official letter of invitation from the inviting company is required.
  • The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and must state the duration and purpose of the applicant’s visit.
  • The invitation letter must clearly state the nature of the business to be carried out in Malawi, the purpose of the visit and the duration of stay in Malawi.
  • The business letter from the inviting company and sending company must state who will be responsible for the applicant’s finances in Malawi.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the two companies should be provided if any.
  • All travellers to Malawi are required to be vaccinated against yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, measles, and polio.
  • Applicants are expected to leave the country on or before this visa expires

Malawi Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

Malawi Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Tunisia

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There is currently no Embassy of Malawi in Tunisia, applicants are therefore advised to apply at the Embassy of Malawi in Tunisia neighboring country.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drink the tap water in Malawi?

In Malawi, 80% of the population have access to an improved source of drinking water, but about 4 million people continue to lack access to safe drinking water. We do not advise that you drink the tap water in Malawi without boiling it first.

What is the most popular food eaten in Malawi?

Nsima is a staple food made from ground corn and served with side dishes of meat, beans, and vegetable. It can be eaten for lunch and dinner. Additional Malawi cuisine includes Kachumbari, a type of tomato and onion salad, known locally in Malawi as 'Sumu' or 'Shum' or simply 'tomato and onion salad'.

What is Malawi known for?

It is well-known for its smiling and friendly people. Most importantly, it is known for its extraordinary freshwater lake, Lake Malawi, which dominates this landlocked country.