Botswanan visa for Malawian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malawian passport holders visiting Botswana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malawian citizens to enter Botswana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Botswana e-visa for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Botswana visa on arrival for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
Botswana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malawian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Botswana.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Botswana.
If you are looking for Botswana visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malawi, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Botswana nearest your place of residence.
- Harare: The Embassy of in Harare, ~ 614.61 kilometers (381.90 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Close now).
- Lusaka: The High Commission of in Lusaka, ~ 688.81 kilometers (428.01 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Close now).
Botswana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Botswana diplomatic mission offices to Malawi for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malawi traveling to Botswana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malawi) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 17,907 | N/A |
| 2009 | 16,864 | -5.82% |
| 2010 | 17,038 | 1.03% |
| 2011 | 18,081 | 6.12% |
| 2012 | 18,255 | 0.96% |
| 2013 | 17,386 | -4.76% |
| 2014 | 15,175 | -12.72% |
| 2015 | 20,607 | 35.80% |
| 2016 | 17,102 | -17.01% |
| 2017 | 17,786 | 4.00% |
| 2018 | 17,615 | -0.96% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Botswana & Malawi comparison
Botswana's area is approximately 566,730 km2 (218,815 sq mi), while the area of Malawi is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi). This means Malawi is 6.01 times smaller than Botswana.
As of October 2025, Botswana's population is ~2.6 million people - 19,106,734 fewer people than the population of Malawi.
We have highlighted Botswana & Malawi’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Botswana | Malawi | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,596,196 | 21,702,930 | 19.1 million fewer people live in Botswana than Malawi |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 34 | 16 | Botswana has 18 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malawi. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 41 | Botswana passport holders can visit 12 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 31 | 29 | Botswanan hosts 2 more foreign missions than Malawi. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malawi travel to Botswana in one year?
The number of visitors from Malawi visiting Botswana in 2018 was approximately 17,615.
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