Malawian visa for Malian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Malian passport holders visiting Malawi for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malian citizens to enter Malawi for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Malawi e-visa for Malian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malawi visa on arrival for Malian citizens | Not Available | |
Malawi tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malian 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 Mali, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malawi nearest your place of residence.
- Paris: The Embassy of in Paris, ~ 3526.53 kilometers (2191.29 mi) away from Bamako, Mali. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 47 minutes).
- Brussels: The Embassy of in Brussels, ~ 3771.36 kilometers (2343.41 mi) away from Bamako, Mali. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 17 minutes).
Malawi visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malawi diplomatic mission offices to Mali for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mali traveling to Malawi from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mali) 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 & Mali comparison
Malawi's area is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi), while the area of Mali is approximately 1,220,190 km2 (471,117 sq mi). This means Mali is 12.94 times bigger than Malawi.
As of October 2025, Malawi's population is ~21.7 million people - 1,605,778 fewer people than the population of Mali.
We have highlighted Malawi & Mali’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malawi | Mali | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,702,930 | 23,308,708 | 1.6 million fewer people live in Malawi than Mali |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 16 | 3 | Malawi has 13 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mali. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 41 | 31 | Malawi passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 29 | 34 | Malawian hosts 5 fewer foreign missions than Mali. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mali travel to Malawi in one year?
The number of visitors from Mali visiting Malawi in 2018 was approximately 96.
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Useful Information
- Lilongwe to Bamako: 4916.19 km (3054.78 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 14 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025