Malawi visa for Nigerian passport holders
Nigerian passport holders need an e-visa for Malawi
You apply and pay online before you travel and carry the approval with you. Approval times vary, so don't leave it to the last week.
Heads up: Malawi's immigration department says that since 24 February 2026, nationals of its 'Category Two' countries can get a visa on arrival, while 'Category One' nationals must get a visa or prior authorisation before departure. Malawi has changed its rules several times in 2026 and we haven't been able to read which category your passport is in, so check evisa.gov.mw before you buy a ticket.
What you'll typically need
- A card that can pay online, for the visa fee
- A digital passport photo and a scan of your passport photo page
- Flight and accommodation details, and sometimes a bank statement or invitation letter
- A passport valid for at least six months from the day you arrive, with blank pages
- Proof of onward or return travel
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate — many African countries ask for it, especially if you've been in an affected country
Typical requirements, not a guarantee — the destination decides.
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Individual passport results come from Passport Index data as of February 2026. Faylo hasn't yet checked Malawi against its government's own site. Rules change, so always check the official source before you pay or book. Faylo is not an embassy or immigration adviser.
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Questions
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Nigerian passport holders need an e-visa for Malawi. You apply and pay online before you travel and carry the approval with you. Approval times vary, so don't leave it to the last week. Confirm on Malawi e-Visa portal (Department of Immigration) before you pay or book, because entry rules change.
Should I use an agent to get a Malawi visa?
Only if you want someone to handle the paperwork for you. Government fees are the same whether or not you use an agent, and agents add their own fee on top — sometimes more than the visa itself. Check that the government fee is listed separately and avoid agents who ask for payment to a personal account.