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title: Malawi visa for citizens of Guinea
description: "Citizens of Guinea can get a visa on arrival in Malawi. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Malawi visa for citizens of Guinea

Citizens of Guinea 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 (up to 30 days single entry)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Malawi Port of Entry** — Travel to a designated port of entry (e.g., Lilongwe or Blantyre airport) with your documents.
2. **Complete Visa on Arrival Form** — Fill out the visa application form provided at immigration counter.
3. **Submit Documents and Pay Fee** — Present passport, photo, onward ticket, and pay USD $50 in cash.
4. **Receive Visa and Entry** — Officer issues visa sticker/stamp; proceed to passport control for entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from arrival, with 1 blank page.
- **Visa on Arrival Application Form** (Supporting): Completed at the port of entry.
- **Passport-sized Photograph** (Identity): Standard visa photo, may be taken on arrival.
- **Visa Fee Payment** (Supporting): USD $50 in cash (bills newer than 2017) - no credit cards or Kwacha accepted.
- **Return or Onward Ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward/return travel within max stay.
- **Proof of Accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or host invitation may be requested.
- **Proof of Sufficient Funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash sufficient for stay.
- **Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate** (Supporting): Required if arriving from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- bank statement

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested; USD cash preferred.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is subject to immigration officer discretion and may be denied without explanation.
- Bills must be newer than 2017; credit cards and Malawian Kwacha are not accepted.
- Overstaying your visa incurs a fine of $25 per day.
- Marijuana and firearms are strictly prohibited.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Lack of onward ticket or proof of return.** — Carry a printed onward/return ticket.
- **Insufficient funds for stay.** — Carry at least a modest amount of USD cash or a bank statement.
- **Previous immigration violation or overstay.** — Depart on time from previous visits.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Guinea can get a visa on arrival in Malawi. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 30 days single entry).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

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

Passport; Visa on Arrival Application Form; Passport-sized Photograph; Visa Fee Payment; Return or Onward Ticket; Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate; and 2 more depending on your situation.

### 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/)
- [Malawi | Travel Advisory - State Department](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/malawi.html)
- [Entry requirements - Malawi travel advice - GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/malawi/entry-requirements)
- [evisa.gov.mw](https://evisa.gov.mw)

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