Ugandan visa for Malawian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malawian passport holders visiting Uganda for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malawian citizens to enter Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Malawian citizens | Not Available | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malawian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Uganda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Uganda.
If you are looking for Uganda 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 Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Dar es Salaam: The High Commission of in Dar es Salaam, ~ 903.53 kilometers (561.43 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Close now).
- Kigali: The Embassy of in Kigali, ~ 1340.89 kilometers (833.19 mi) away from Lilongwe, Malawi. (Working hours: Close now).
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Malawi for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malawi traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malawi) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 93 | N/A |
| 2009 | 89 | -4.30% |
| 2010 | 104 | 16.85% |
| 2011 | 127 | 22.12% |
| 2012 | 132 | 3.94% |
| 2013 | 133 | 0.76% |
| 2014 | 139 | 4.51% |
| 2015 | 143 | 2.88% |
| 2016 | 146 | 2.10% |
| 2017 | 154 | 5.48% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Malawi comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Malawi is approximately 94,280 km2 (36,401 sq mi). This means Malawi is 2.12 times smaller than Uganda.
As of October 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 31,631,084 more people than the population of Malawi.
We have highlighted Uganda & Malawi’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Malawi | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 21,702,930 | 31.6 million more people live in Uganda than Malawi |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 16 | Uganda has 26 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malawi. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 41 | Uganda passport holders visit 3 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 29 | Ugandan hosts 21 more foreign missions than Malawi. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malawi travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Malawi visiting Uganda in 2017 was approximately 154.
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Useful Information
- Kampala to Lilongwe: 1476.53 km (917.47 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 4 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025