South Africa 
Malawi South African passport holders can enter Malawi visa-free for tourism; SADC agreement facilitates short stays.
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-free
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel required.
Entry requirements
- Malawi grants visa-free entry to South African citizens for short stays (typically 90 days) under SADC.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), proof of onward/return travel.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.
Stay
Visa-free for short stays; typically 90 days under SADC.
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.
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