Russia
Malawi
Malawi visa for Russian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Russian citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 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 Russia
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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.
Russian 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Russian citizens can stay in Malawi
Russian citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawi’s neighbours for Russian citizens
Mozambique admits Russian citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to Russia
Malawian citizens need a visa for Russia, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Malawi?
No visa is needed by Russian citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Malawi?
Russian citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 90 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Malawian citizens need a visa for Russia, obtained before travel.
Can Russian citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, Russian citizens can enter Malawi without a visa and stay for up to 90 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.