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title: Mali visa for citizens of Haiti
description: "Citizens of Haiti need a visa for Mali and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $131. Processing: From 5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Mali visa for citizens of Haiti

Citizens of Haiti need a visa for Mali and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa de court séjour (tourisme, affaires, visite familiale)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** From 5 days
- **Government fee:** $131
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds for the stay.

## How to apply

1. **Contact the nearest Malian embassy or consulate** — Schedule an appointment for visa submission. Most embassies require an appointment.
2. **Prepare all required documents** — Gather passport, photos, application form, flight itinerary, hotel, insurance, vaccination, and financial proof.
3. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the form legibly in capital letters. Sign and date.
4. **Submit application in person (or by mail if allowed)** — Bring all documents and fee to the embassy on the appointment date.
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Fee is $131 USD (subject to change). Pay by money order or cashier's check.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 5 business days, but can take longer.
7. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to embassy or receive by mail if prepaid envelope provided.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from embassy website or obtain in person.
- **Two recent passport-size photographs (white background, 35x45mm)** (Identity)
- **Copy of passport data page** (Identity)
- **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed ticket** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation from host in Mali** (Travel): If staying with a host, include a letter of invitation and copy of host's passport or ID.
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, pay slips, or sponsor letter)** (Financial): At least $500 or equivalent for the stay.
- **Travel health insurance covering the entire stay** (Supporting): Minimum coverage of €30,000.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for all travelers over 1 year old.
- **Proof of employment or leave letter (if employed)** (Employment, optional): For employed applicants.
- **Business letter or invitation from Malian company (for business visa)** (Employment, optional): Only for business visa.
- **Copy of residence permit or visa (if applying from a country other than Haiti)** (Identity, optional): If applicant is not a resident of the country where applying.
- **Self-addressed prepaid return envelope (if applying by mail)** (Supporting, optional): Only if embassy allows mail-in applications.
- **Visa fee payment (money order or cashier's check)** (Financial): Payable to the Embassy of Mali.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 500 USD
- bank statements
- pay slips
- sponsor letter

Bank statements must be from the last 3 months.

## Good to know

- Visa requirements may change without notice; confirm with the embassy before applying.
- Haitian passport holders must apply for a visa in advance; no visa on arrival.
- Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry into Mali.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form.
- **Insufficient funds or unclear financial proof** — Provide clear bank statements showing sufficient balance.
- **Missing required documents (e.g., yellow fever certificate)** — Check the document checklist carefully before submission.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before applying.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Haiti need a visa for Mali?

Citizens of Haiti need a visa for Mali and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa de court séjour (tourisme, affaires, visite familiale).

### How long can citizens of Haiti stay in Mali?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Mali visa cost for citizens of Haiti?

Government fee: $131.

### How long does Mali visa processing take?

Typically From 5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Haiti need for Mali?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (white background, 35x45mm); Copy of passport data page; Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed ticket; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation from host in Mali; and 8 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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