Sri Lanka
Malawi
Malawi visa for Sri Lankan citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Sri Lankan citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 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 Sri Lanka
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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.
Before travelling from Sri Lanka to Malawi, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Sri Lankan citizens can stay in Malawi
Sri Lankan citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawian citizens travelling to Sri Lanka
Malawian citizens receive their visa for Sri Lanka at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Malawi?
No visa is needed by Sri Lankan citizens for Malawi, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Sri Lankan citizens stay in Malawi?
Sri Lankan citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 90 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Malawian citizens receive their visa for Sri Lanka at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Sri Lankan citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, Sri Lankan citizens can enter Malawi without a visa and stay for up to 90 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.