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US Embassy in Mali

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In Mali, the United States has an embassy in Bamako. Malian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.

US Embassy in Bamako

Embassy of the United States in Bamako

Embassy · Bamako

Today · Closed

Address: Rue 243 297, Bamako
Phone: +223 20 70 23 00
Website: ml.usembassy.gov

At Rue 243 297, Bamako, the US embassy represents the United States towards Mali. Its phone number and website are on its page.

United States visa for Malian citizens

MaliUnited States Visa required United States visa for citizens of Mali

United StatesMali Visa required Mali visa for citizens of the United States

United States visa requirements for citizens of Mali

B-1/B-2 visitor visa (business / tourism)
Transit (C visa) – brief
Student (F/M/J) and work (H, L, O…) visas – brief
Fee: US$185
4 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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The United States requires Malian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. From Mali, the application is made at the US embassy in Bamako or through a visa centre appointed by the United States.

Mali’s missions in the United States

Missions of Mali in the United States (2)

In return, Mali has 2 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.

Good to know

The United States in Mali

Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; one of them is in Mali.

Travel to Mali for US citizens

US citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Mali. In Mali, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the US embassy in Mali is closed

The US embassy in Mali closes on Mali’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Armed Forces Day on Wednesday 20 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.