Sierra Leone 
Malawi Sierra Leonean passport holders can obtain a Malawi visa on arrival or apply for an eVisa before travel.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Entry type Visa on arrival
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel required.
Entry requirements
- Malawi offers visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens at airports and land borders.
- Alternatively apply online for eVisa before travel; processing typically 5–7 business days.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), proof of onward travel, yellow fever certificate if from endemic area.
- Tourist visa typically allows up to 90 days.
Stay
VOA or eVisa typically permits up to 90 days.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.
Confirm current VOA availability and eVisa eligibility with Malawi immigration.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.