IrelandMalawi

Irish Embassy in Malawi

1 embassy

Ireland is represented in Malawi by 1 mission: an embassy in Lilongwe. Ireland requires Malawian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Irish Embassy in Lilongwe

At Arwa House, 13/14 City Centre, Lilongwe, the Irish embassy represents Ireland towards Malawi. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Ireland visa for Malawian citizens

MalawiIreland Visa required Ireland visa for citizens of Malawi

IrelandMalawi Visa-free, 30 days Malawi visa for citizens of Ireland

Ireland visa requirements for citizens of Malawi

  • Short-stay 'C' visit visa (tourism, family/friends)
  • Transit visa
  • Study and work (brief)
  • Fee: €60
  • 9 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Ireland requires Malawian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Applicants in Malawi turn to the Irish embassy in Lilongwe; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Malawi’s missions in Ireland

Malawi has no mission in Ireland on record; Malawian citizens there would be served by an embassy accredited from another country.

Good to know

Ireland in Malawi

Worldwide, Ireland has 141 missions in 77 countries; one of them is in Malawi.

Travel to Malawi for Irish citizens

Malawi admits Irish citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. In Malawi, Irish citizens can turn to the Irish embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Irish embassy in Malawi is closed

The Irish embassy in Malawi closes on Malawi’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Monday 28 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of Ireland, such as Christmas Day (Lá Nollag) on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Irish embassy in Malawi?

The Irish embassy is in Lilongwe, at Arwa House, 13/14 City Centre, Lilongwe.

Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Ireland?

Malawian citizens need a visa for Ireland, obtained before travel.

Do Irish citizens need a visa for Malawi?

No visa is needed by Irish citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 30 days.

Does Malawi have an embassy in Ireland?

No mission of Malawi in Ireland is on record.