Portugal
Malawi
Malawi visa for Portuguese citizens
Entry requirement
Portuguese citizens can visit Malawi without a visa for 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 Portugal
MalawiPortugal Visa required Portugal 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.
Portuguese 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).
Good to know
How long Portuguese citizens can stay in Malawi
Portuguese citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawi’s neighbours for Portuguese citizens
Mozambique and Zambia admit Portuguese citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to Portugal
Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Portugal.
Frequently asked questions
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Portuguese citizens can visit Malawi without a visa for up to 30 days.
How long can Portuguese citizens stay in Malawi?
Portuguese citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Portugal?
Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Portugal.
Can Portuguese citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, Portuguese 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.