SwedenMalawi

Malawi visa for Swedish citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 30 days

Swedish citizens do not need a visa for Malawi: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.

Maximum stay
30 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Malawi

Malawian citizens travelling to Sweden

MalawiSweden Visa required Sweden 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.

Before travelling from Sweden 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 Swedish citizens can stay in Malawi

Swedish citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.

Malawi’s neighbours for Swedish citizens

Mozambique and Zambia admit Swedish citizens visa-free.

Malawian citizens travelling to Sweden

Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Sweden.

Frequently asked questions

Do Swedish citizens need a visa for Malawi?

Swedish citizens do not need a visa for Malawi: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.

How long can Swedish citizens stay in Malawi?

Swedish citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days.

Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Sweden?

Malawian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Sweden.

Can Swedish citizens enter Malawi visa-free?

Yes, Swedish citizens can enter Malawi without a visa and stay for up to 30 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.