Malawian visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is NOT required for Lesotho passport holders visiting Malawi for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Malawi for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Malawi e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malawi visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Malawi tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho 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 Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malawi nearest your place of residence.
- Johannesburg: The Consulate General of in Johannesburg, ~ 396.80 kilometers (246.56 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 42 minutes).
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 430.31 kilometers (267.38 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 42 minutes).
Malawi visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malawi diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Malawi from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 82 | N/A |
| 2009 | 83 | 1.22% |
| 2010 | 82 | -1.20% |
| 2011 | 84 | 2.44% |
| 2012 | 85 | 1.19% |
| 2013 | 87 | 2.35% |
| 2014 | 90 | 3.45% |
| 2015 | 89 | -1.11% |
| 2016 | 93 | 4.49% |
| 2017 | 92 | -1.08% |
| 2018 | 96 | 4.35% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malawi & Lesotho comparison
Malawi's area is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 3.11 times smaller than Malawi.
As of October 2025, Malawi's population is ~21.7 million people - 19,474,992 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Malawi & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malawi | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,702,930 | 2,227,938 | 19.5 million more people live in Malawi than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 16 | 14 | Malawi has 2 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 41 | 48 | Malawi passport holders visit 7 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 29 | 7 | Malawian hosts 22 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Malawi in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Malawi in 2018 was approximately 96.
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Useful Information
- Lilongwe to Maseru: 1744.50 km (1083.98 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 38 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025