Tonga
Malawi
Malawi visa for Tongan citizens
Entry requirement
Malawi admits Tongan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- 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
Malawian citizens travelling to Tonga
MalawiTonga Visa required Tonga 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.
Tongan 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Tongan citizens can stay in Malawi
Tongan citizens may stay in Malawi for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malawi.
Malawi’s neighbours for Tongan citizens
Tanzania and Zambia admit Tongan citizens visa-free.
Malawian citizens travelling to Tonga
Malawian citizens need a visa for Tonga, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Tongan citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Malawi admits Tongan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Tongan citizens stay in Malawi?
Tongan citizens can stay in Malawi for up to 30 days.
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Tonga?
Malawian citizens need a visa for Tonga, obtained before travel.
Can Tongan citizens enter Malawi visa-free?
Yes, Tongan 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.