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title: Malawi visa for citizens of France
description: "Citizens of France can get a visa on arrival in Malawi. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $70. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Malawi visa for citizens of France

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $70
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** May be required (e.g., $300 cash or bank statement)

## How to apply

1. **Complete arrival form** — Fill in the immigration arrival card typically available on the plane or at the port of entry
2. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the $70 fee in cash (USD or local equivalent) at the immigration counter
3. **Submit documents** — Present your passport, photo, arrival form, and supporting documents to the immigration officer
4. **Receive visa stamp** — The officer will issue and stamp the visa on arrival in your passport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Completed arrival form** (Travel): Obtained at point of entry
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo
- **Proof of onward/return travel** (Travel): e.g., flight itinerary
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting, optional): May be requested
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): If arriving from an endemic country

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $300
- Cash
- Bank statement

May be requested by immigration officer

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be refused if no onward ticket or insufficient passport validity
- Have exact cash for the fee as change may not be available

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Book and present a confirmed return or onward ticket
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry at least $300 cash or have bank proof available

## FAQs

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

Citizens of France can get a visa on arrival in Malawi. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Malawi visa cost for citizens of France?

Government fee: $70.

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

Valid passport; Completed arrival form; Passport-size photo; Proof of onward/return travel; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

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