Malawi e-Visa from Algeria
Last verified: June 2026 (evisa.gov.mw source)
How do you get a visa for Malawi from Algeria?
Algerians apply for the Malawi e-Visa 100% online on the official portal evisa.gov.mw — no embassy and no pre-travel biometrics. e-Visa single entry $50 (3 months), multiple 6-month $150 / 12-month $250. ⚠️ Since January 2026, visa on arrival is no longer granted to Algerians: the e-Visa must be obtained before departure (embassies no longer issue visas). Use only evisa.gov.mw.
Official source: evisa.gov.mw
At a glance
- Type
- e-Visa (online), Algeria eligible
- Application
- 100% online (evisa.gov.mw)
- Fee
- $50 (single) / $150 (6 mo) / $250 (12 mo)
- Stay
- Up to 3 months
- Visa on arrival
- Abolished (apply ahead)
- Pre-travel biometrics
- None
- Channel
- Online only (no embassy)
- Passport
- Valid ≥ 6 months
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents
- Passport (valid ≥ 6 months)
- Color photo (light background)
- Travel details / accommodation
- Return flight ticket (may be requested)
- Payment card ($50 single entry)
How it works, step by step
- 1Prepare your file
Passport + photo + travel details.
- 2OuiVisa fills the official portal evisa.gov.mw
We check your eligibility before any payment.
- 3Pay the fees online
$50 (single entry) + service fee.
- 4Receive the e-Visa by email
Print it for the border.
- 5Travel
Apply well ahead: no more visa on arrival or at the embassy.
By purpose of travel
Malawi tourist e-Visa from Algeria
How do you get the tourist e-Visa for Malawi?
Algerians apply for the single-entry tourist e-Visa 100% online on evisa.gov.mw — $50, stay up to 3 months, no pre-travel biometrics. Ideal for Lake Malawi and the parks (Liwonde, Majete). ⚠️ Apply before departure (no more visa on arrival).
Questions about this purpose
How much is the tourist e-Visa?
$50 single entry, stay up to 3 months.
And for multiple entries?
6 months $150 or 12 months $250 (see the Multiple-entry tab).
Is approval guaranteed?
No. The decision is at the Malawian authorities' discretion; OuiVisa checks eligibility before payment.
Malawi business e-Visa from Algeria
Which e-Visa for a business trip to Malawi?
For a professional trip, Algerians apply for the business e-Visa 100% online on evisa.gov.mw with an invitation letter from the Malawian entity. No embassy or biometrics. It covers meetings and conferences, not local paid employment.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Color photo
- Invitation letter from a Malawian entity
Questions about this purpose
What documents for the business e-Visa?
An invitation letter from a Malawian entity, plus the standard file.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. The decision is at the Malawian authorities' discretion; OuiVisa checks eligibility before payment.
Fees
| Single-entry e-Visa (3 months) | $50 |
| Multiple e-Visa 6 months | $150 |
| Multiple e-Visa 12 months | $250 |
Government fees: $50 (single entry, 3 months) / $150 (multiple 6 months) / $250 (multiple 12 months) / $50 (transit 7 days). Since January 2026, visa on arrival and embassy visas are no longer granted to Algerians: the online e-Visa is mandatory before departure. Passport valid ≥ 6 months. Use only evisa.gov.mw.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa for Malawi from Algeria?
Yes, an e-Visa applied for 100% online on evisa.gov.mw. Since January 2026 Algeria must obtain it before departure (no visa on arrival).
How much is the e-Visa?
$50 (single entry, 3 months), $150 (multiple 6 months), $250 (multiple 12 months), $50 (transit 7 days).
Do embassies still issue the visa?
No. The route is now the online e-Visa only (missions only help with technical issues).
Are there pre-travel biometrics?
No; any biometric capture is on arrival.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine?
No when arriving directly from Algeria.
How do I avoid scams?
Use only evisa.gov.mw — avoid commercial clones.
Ready for your Malawi e-Visa, 100% online?
OuiVisa fills the official portal evisa.gov.mw and delivers the e-Visa by email — no travel needed.
Start my e-Visa onlinee-Visa handled 100% online by OuiVisa — no embassy visit and no pre-travel biometrics. For visas requiring biometrics and physical presence, OuiVisa refers you to a partner agency. Visa issuance is at the Malawian authorities' discretion; approval is not guaranteed.
