Malawian visa for Kenyan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kenyan passport holders visiting Malawi for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kenyan citizens to enter Malawi for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Malawi e-visa for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malawi visa on arrival for Kenyan citizens | Not Available | |
Malawi tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kenyan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malawi.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malawi.
If you are looking for Malawi visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Kenya, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malawi nearest your place of residence.
- Nairobi: The Embassy of Malawi in Nairobi, Kenya (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 47 minutes)
Malawi visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malawi diplomatic mission offices to Kenya for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kenya traveling to Malawi from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kenya) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 638 | N/A |
| 2009 | 649 | 1.72% |
| 2010 | 642 | -1.08% |
| 2011 | 660 | 2.80% |
| 2012 | 662 | 0.30% |
| 2013 | 684 | 3.32% |
| 2014 | 704 | 2.92% |
| 2015 | 692 | -1.70% |
| 2016 | 730 | 5.49% |
| 2017 | 720 | -1.37% |
| 2018 | 749 | 4.03% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malawi & Kenya comparison
Malawi's area is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi), while the area of Kenya is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi). This means Kenya is 6.04 times bigger than Malawi.
As of October 2025, Malawi's population is ~21.7 million people - 38,198,293 fewer people than the population of Kenya.
We have highlighted Malawi & Kenya’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malawi | Kenya | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,702,930 | 59,901,223 | 38.2 million fewer people live in Malawi than Kenya |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 16 | 5 | Malawi has 11 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kenya. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 41 | 43 | Malawi passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 29 | 94 | Malawian hosts 65 fewer foreign missions than Kenya. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kenya travel to Malawi in one year?
The number of visitors from Kenya visiting Malawi in 2018 was approximately 749.
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Useful Information
- Lilongwe to Nairobi: 1371.30 km (852.09 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 51 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025