New Zealand
Malawi
Malawi visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for Malawi, for stays of 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 New Zealand
MalawiNew Zealand Visa required New Zealand 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.
For a trip from New Zealand to Malawi, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 New Zealand citizens can stay in Malawi
New Zealand citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawi’s neighbours for New Zealand citizens
Zambia admits New Zealand citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to New Zealand
New Zealand requires Malawian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Malawi?
No visa is needed by New Zealand citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Malawi?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
New Zealand requires Malawian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens can enter Malawi without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
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.