Vatican City passport → Malawi

Malawi visa for citizens of Vatican City

Visa on arrival

Citizens of Vatican City 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.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on arrival
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Processing time	On arrival
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Arrive at Malawi port of entry (airport or land border)
Present yourself at the immigration desk with all required documents.
2
Obtain and fill in visa on arrival application form
Complete the form provided at the immigration counter.
3
Submit passport and supporting documents to immigration officer
Hand over passport, photo, onward ticket, and other requested documents.
4
Pay the visa fee
Pay the applicable fee in cash (USD or local currency).
5
Receive visa stamp and enter Malawi
Collect your passport with visa stamp and proceed through customs.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from date of entry)
Passport must have at least two blank pages.
Passport-sized photograph
Usually 2x2 inch, white background.

Travel

Completed visa on arrival application form (if required at border)
Form provided upon arrival.
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Malawi.
Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Optional
May be requested to show itinerary.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements or cash for duration of stay.
Visa application fee payment (cash or card at border)
Fee paid upon arrival in local currency or USD.

Health

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if arriving from an endemic area.

Proof of funds

Bank statements
Cash

No specific minimum balance stated; must show ability to support stay.

Good to know

Visa on arrival validity and fee subject to change; confirm with Malawian authorities before travel.
May be refused without onward ticket or sufficient funds.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect documents (e.g., passport not valid long enough)

Ensure passport valid for 6 months beyond entry and all documents are complete.

Insufficient funds for stay

Carry enough cash or a bank statement showing adequate balance.

No return or onward ticket

Book a confirmed flight out of Malawi before arrival.

FAQ

Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Malawi?

Citizens of Vatican City can get a visa on arrival in Malawi.

How long can citizens of Vatican City stay in Malawi?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Vatican City need for Malawi?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from date of entry); Completed visa on arrival application form (if required at border); Passport-sized photograph; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 2 more.

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