South Korea
Malawi
Malawi visa for South Korean citizens
Entry requirement
South Korean citizens can get a visa on arrival in Malawi, valid 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 South Korea
MalawiSouth Korea e-Visa South 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 South 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long South Korean citizens can stay in Malawi
South Korean citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
How South Korean citizens apply
South 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.
Malawi’s neighbours for South Korean citizens
Mozambique and Zambia admit South Korean citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to South Korea
Malawian citizens need a visa for South Korea, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Malawi?
South Korean citizens can get a visa on arrival in Malawi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can South Korean citizens stay in Malawi?
South Korean citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for South Korea?
Malawian citizens need a visa for South Korea, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Can South Korean citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
No; South 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.