Cameroonian visa for Malawian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Malawian passport holders visiting Cameroon for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malawian citizens to enter Cameroon for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cameroon e-visa for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cameroon visa on arrival for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
Cameroon tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malawian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cameroon.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cameroon.
If you are looking for Cameroon 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 Cameroon nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Consulate General of in Nairobi, ~ 1358.78 kilometers (844.30 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Close now).
- Pretoria: The High Commission of in Pretoria, ~ 1528.12 kilometers (949.53 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 17 minutes).
Cameroon visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cameroon diplomatic mission offices to Malawi for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malawi traveling to Cameroon from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malawi) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 54 | N/A |
| 2009 | 55 | 1.85% |
| 2010 | 63 | 14.55% |
| 2011 | 66 | 4.76% |
| 2012 | 90 | 36.36% |
| 2013 | 86 | -4.44% |
| 2014 | 90 | 4.65% |
| 2015 | 99 | 10.00% |
| 2016 | 109 | 10.10% |
| 2017 | 119 | 9.17% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cameroon & Malawi comparison
Cameroon's area is approximately 472,710 km2 (182,514 sq mi), while the area of Malawi is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi). This means Malawi is 5.01 times smaller than Cameroon.
As of October 2025, Cameroon's population is ~30.0 million people - 8,280,622 more people than the population of Malawi.
We have highlighted Cameroon & Malawi’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cameroon | Malawi | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 29,983,552 | 21,702,930 | 8.3 million more people live in Cameroon than Malawi |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 16 | Cameroon has 7 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malawi. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 41 | Cameroon passport holders visit 21 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 29 | Cameroonian hosts 24 more foreign missions than Malawi. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malawi travel to Cameroon in one year?
The number of visitors from Malawi visiting Cameroon in 2017 was approximately 119.
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- Travel time: 6 hours 16 minutes
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