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title: Uganda visa for citizens of Malawi
description: Citizens of Malawi can visit Uganda without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Uganda visa for citizens of Malawi

Citizens of Malawi can visit Uganda without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **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

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Onward or return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Uganda.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or cash to cover stay.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from an endemic area.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Cash

No specific minimum balance required, but must show ability to support stay.

## Good to know

- Visa-free entry is at the discretion of immigration officials.
- Ensure passport has at least two blank pages.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds** — Carry proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.
- **Invalid passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Malawi can visit Uganda without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport; Onward or return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Uganda visa for every passport](/visa/uganda)
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