Somalia 
Malawi Somali passport holders must obtain a Malawi visa before travel; apply at a Malawi mission—eVisa and VOA are not available.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Malawi requires Somali citizens to obtain a visa in advance; eVisa and visa on arrival are not available for Somali passport holders.
- Apply at a Malawi embassy or high commission (e.g. Nairobi, Addis Ababa) before travel.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), proof of onward travel, and supporting documents per visa type.
- Malawi Department of Immigration publishes visa requirements by nationality.
Stay
Tourist visa typically allows 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.
eVisa and VOA are not available for Somali citizens. Apply at a Malawi diplomatic mission well in advance of travel.
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Sources
- Malawi Department of Immigration — Malawi e-Visa System
- UK Government travel advice — Malawi entry requirements
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.