Maldives
Malawi
Malawi visa for Maldivian citizens
Entry requirement
Maldivian citizens do not need a visa for Malawi: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- 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 the Maldives
MalawiMaldives Visa on arrival Maldives visa for citizens of Malawi
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 the Maldives 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).
Good to know
How long Maldivian citizens can stay in Malawi
Maldivian citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawi’s neighbours for Maldivian citizens
Zambia admits Maldivian citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to the Maldives
The Maldives issues Malawian citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Maldivian citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Maldivian citizens do not need a visa for Malawi: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Maldivian citizens stay in Malawi?
Maldivian citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for the Maldives?
The Maldives issues Malawian citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Can Maldivian citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, Maldivian 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.