Holy See
Malawi
Malawi visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Holy See receive their visa for Malawi at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malawian citizens travelling to the Holy See
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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.
Citizens of the Holy See 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 citizens of the Holy See can stay in Malawi
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
How citizens of the Holy See apply
Citizens of the Holy See 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 citizens of the Holy See
Zambia admits citizens of the Holy See visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to the Holy See
The Holy See requires Malawian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Malawi?
Citizens of the Holy See receive their visa for Malawi at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Malawi?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
The Holy See requires Malawian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Malawi visa-free?
No; citizens of the Holy See need a visa on arrival in Malawi.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.