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Malawi
Malawi visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by French citizens for Malawi, 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
Malawian citizens travelling to France
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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.
French citizens planning a trip to Malawi can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 French citizens can stay in Malawi
French citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawi’s neighbours for French citizens
Mozambique and Zambia admit French citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to France
Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for Malawi?
No visa is needed by French citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can French citizens stay in Malawi?
French citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for France?
Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Can French citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, French citizens can enter Malawi without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
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.