Germany passport → Malawi
Do German citizens need a visa for Malawi?
German passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Malawi for up to 30 days. You do not need to apply before you fly.
Sources differ on this route: another dataset lists it as visa-free (30 days). Confirm on the official website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
- Keep the visa fee ready, ideally in US dollars or the local currency, plus passport photos.
- Expect to show a return ticket, hotel booking and proof of funds at the counter.
- Some countries also offer the same visa online, which can save queueing on arrival.
Malawi at a glance
- Capital
- Lilongwe
- Currency
- Malawian kwacha (MWK)
- Languages
- English, Chewa
- Calling code
- +265
- Region
- Eastern Africa
Malawi for other passports
- GermanyVisa on arrival30 days
IndiaeVisa
United StatesVisa on arrival30 days
United KingdomVisa on arrival90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa on arrival30 days
ChinaeVisa
SingaporeVisa-free30 days
PakistaneVisa
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaVisa on arrival30 days
NepaleVisa
NigeriaeVisa
PhilippinesVisa-free90 days
Nearby in Eastern Africa for German passport holders
Common questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Malawi?
German passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Malawi for up to 30 days. You do not need to apply before you fly.
How long can German citizens stay in Malawi?
Up to 30 days under the current visa on arrival rule. Longer stays need a different visa.
How many countries can German citizens visit without a visa?
158 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Germany passport ranks #6 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for German citizens (edited 9 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Malawi before you travel.