North Korea
Malawi
Malawi visa for North Korean citizens
Entry requirement
Malawi issues North Korean citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
- 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 North Korea
MalawiNorth Korea Visa required North Korea 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 North Korea 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long North Korean citizens can stay in Malawi
North Korean citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
How North Korean citizens apply
North Korean 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.
Malawian citizens travelling to North Korea
Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to North Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Do North Korean citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Malawi issues North Korean citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
How long can North Korean citizens stay in Malawi?
North Korean citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for North Korea?
Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to North Korea.
Can North Korean citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
No; North Korean citizens 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.