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title: Malawi visa for citizens of Bhutan
description: "Citizens of Bhutan can get a visa on arrival in Malawi. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Malawi visa for citizens of Bhutan

Citizens of Bhutan can get a visa on arrival in Malawi.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://evisa.gov.mw

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (amount not specified)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents before flight** — Carry passport, return ticket, accommodation proof, and cash for visa fee.
2. **Arrive at port of entry** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at major airports (e.g., Lilongwe, Blantyre).
3. **Pay visa fee and receive stamp** — Pay the fee in cash (USD typically accepted); visa is issued in minutes.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry; 2 blank pages recommended.
- **Return / onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Border officers often verify intent to leave within authorized stay.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation, rental confirmation, or invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statements, credit cards, or cash; minimum amount not specified.
- **Passport-size photos** (Identity, optional): May be requested at the visa-on-arrival counter.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Credit cards
- Cash

Specific minimum amount not stated; border officers may request proof of funds.

## Good to know

- Overstay can result in fines, deportation, and entry bans.
- Tourist entry does not permit work, including remote work.
- Visa on Arrival issuance is subject to full compliance with Malawi immigration laws.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket or proof of funds.** — Carry printed return ticket and evidence of sufficient funds.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Bhutan need a visa for Malawi?

Citizens of Bhutan can get a visa on arrival in Malawi. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Bhutan stay in Malawi?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Bhutan need for Malawi?

Valid passport; Return / onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-size photos.

### How long must my passport be valid for Malawi?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://evisa.gov.mw

## Sources

- [Malawi e-Visa System | The Official e-Visa Application Portal of Malawi ...](https://evisa.gov.mw/)
- Bhutan → Malawi: Visa on Arrival 30 Days (2026) | RoamHub (roamhub.io, third-party site)
- Malawi Visa Requirements for Bhutan Passport Holders (africatourvisa.com, third-party site)
- [evisa.gov.mw](https://evisa.gov.mw)

## More

- [Malawi visa for every passport](/visa/malawi)
- [Every destination for Bhutan passport holders](/visa/passport/bhutan)