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Malawi visa for Bulgarian citizens

Entry requirement

Visa on arrival up to 30 days

Bulgarian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Malawi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.

Maximum stay
30 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Malawi

Malawian citizens travelling to Bulgaria

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Travel advice for Malawi

  • US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
  • UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
  • German Foreign Office No travel warning

What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.

Before travelling from Bulgaria to Malawi, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Malawi at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 13 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Malawi (updated 20 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Malawi (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.

Good to know

How long Bulgarian citizens can stay in Malawi

Bulgarian citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.

How Bulgarian citizens apply

Bulgarian citizens receive the visa for Malawi at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.

Malawi’s neighbours for Bulgarian citizens

Zambia admits Bulgarian citizens visa-free.

Malawian citizens travelling to Bulgaria

Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Bulgaria.

Frequently asked questions

Do Bulgarian citizens need a visa for Malawi?

Bulgarian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Malawi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can Bulgarian citizens stay in Malawi?

Bulgarian citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.

Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Bulgaria?

Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Bulgaria.

Can Bulgarian citizens enter Malawi visa-free?

No; Bulgarian citizens need a visa on arrival in Malawi.

Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.