Government advisories for Malawi
US State Department
US L2 · Increased cautionExercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution to Malawi due to crime and unrest. Crime Violent crime such as theft, burglary, armed robbery, and assault is common. The capabilities of the Malawi Police Service are growing, but its resources and ability to deter and investigate crimes are limited. They also struggle to assist victims and apprehend…
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated May 14, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
UK · no warningsNo FCDO travel warnings
Latest change: New information about foreign currency rules (‘Entry requirements’ page).
Official notice Source: gov.uk · updated Oct 20, 2026
Government of Canada
CA 2 · High degree of cautionExercise a high degree of caution
Latest change: Risk level, safety and security sections – added information on fuel shortages
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca · updated Oct 14, 2026
Local scams and street crime
- Criminal kidnaps: There are occasional reports of kidnappings for ransom in Malawi. These kidnaps have generally been for financial gain or motivated by criminality. In some instances, the kidnapped individuals have been British Nationals, so kidnappers may also target foreigners. Business/wealthy individuals are likely to be at…
- Protecting yourself and your belongings: There is a risk of mugging and bag-snatching. Take sensible precautions to protect yourself such as: not walking in quiet areas, especially after dark leaving valuables and cash in a hotel safe if possible keeping copies of important documents in a separate place Most thefts from tourists take place around main bus…
- Drink and food spiking: People have been robbed after eating drugged food. Do not accept food or drink from strangers.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Oct 20, 2026
LGBT+ and women travellers: what the UK FCDO says
- LGBT+ travellers: Same-sex sexual activity is illegal and may result in a custodial sentence. Malawi is a socially conservative society and showing affection in public may receive unwanted and negative attention.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Oct 20, 2026
Women, children and family: what governments say
- Women's safety (Government of Canada): Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment and verbal abuse.
- Travelling with children from South Africa (UK FCDO): If you’re travelling with children aged 17 and under and passing through South Africa, see what documents you need in South Africa travel advice .
Canada: full advisory · UK: entry requirements · UK: safety and security
Official notice Source: Government of Canada and UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licences)
Pregnancy and children: CDC health notes for Malawi
- Malaria: CDC recommends that travelers going to Malawi take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Ask a travel-health provider which medicine suits pregnancy or young children before you go.
- Cholera (children): Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.
- Hepatitis A (children): Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.
- Measles (children): All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
- Polio (children): Vaccine recommendations : Adults traveling to Malawi who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a...
CDC health page for Malawi · CDC: pregnant travelers · CDC: traveling with children
Official notice Source: CDC Travelers' Health (US government, public domain). General information, not medical advice: see a doctor or travel clinic before you go.
German Foreign Office
DE · no travel warningNo travel warning
Official notice Source: Auswärtiges Amt · updated Oct 13, 2026
Read the official travel and safety advice
Dutch Foreign Ministry
NL · yellowYellow: be alert, safety risks
De kleurcode van het reisadvies voor Malawi is geel. U kunt erheen reizen. Maar let op: er zijn bijzondere veiligheidsrisico’s.
Official notice Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Nederland Wereldwijd (open data, CC0) · updated Jul 29, 2026
Japan Foreign Ministry
JP L1 · Exercise cautionHighest level: Exercise caution
Level 1 in 1 area. Areas can differ; the highest level applies only where the ministry says so.
マラウイの危険情報【危険レベル継続】（内容の更新）
Official notice Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage · updated Oct 5, 2026
Each government uses its own scale. Read the full advisory before you book or travel; regional differences inside a country can matter more than the headline level.
Entry requirements for Malawi
🇬🇧 British passport holders
- Visa: You must apply for a visa to enter Malawi.
- Passport: Your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the day you arrive in Malawi.
Read the full UK entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Malawi’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Malawi set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Malawi Revenue Authority.
Passport validity requirements
Your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the day you arrive in Malawi.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Dual nationals
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual citizenship.
Visa requirements
You must apply for a visa to enter Malawi.
Applying for a visa
Single or multiple entry visas can be obtained on arrival. You are advised to bring US dollars in cash for payment:
- 50 US dollars for a single-entry visa
- 150 US dollars for a 6-month multiple entry visa, and
- 250 US dollars for a one-year multiple entry visa
On-line e-visas are available on the Malawi Immigration website.
If you wish to live, work or study in Malawi, visit the Malawi Immigration website for further information.
Travelling with children from South Africa
If you’re travelling with children aged 17 and under and passing through South Africa, see what documents you need in South Africa travel advice.
Vaccine requirements
To enter Malawi, you must have certificates to prove you’ve had:
- a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk
- a polio vaccine, in some circumstances
For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Malawi guide.
Traveller health check form
The Ministry of Health and Sanitation require arriving passengers to complete a Traveller Health Check form. This can be accessed on arrival through a QR code or completed in advance.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Malawi. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Foreign currency rules
If you are visiting Malawi on a foreign passport, tourism businesses may require you to pay in foreign currency by cash, card or bank transfer.
Declare any foreign currency you have in cash at the airport or border crossing when you arrive. Keep the receipt as proof.
You must get permission from the Reserve Bank of Malawi to:
- hold more than 1,000 US dollars, or the equivalent in another foreign currency
- take or send more than this amount out of Malawi, unless you have evidence that you bought the currency from an authorised dealer
Official notice Source: UK Foreign Office · updated Oct 20, 2026
🇨🇦 Canadian passport holders
- Tourist visa: required
Read the full Canadian entry requirements
Some countries have imposed measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. These can include restrictions on entry and health screening measures for travellers having recently visited an affected country. If you are suspected of having symptoms, you may be subject to isolation, quarantine and/or travel restrictions. Contact the authorities of the country you are travelling to for more details.
The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from local authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
Passport
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid at least six months beyond the date you expect to leave Malawi and have a least 2 blank pages.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Useful links
- Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports and other travel documents
Visas
Tourist visa: required
Business visa: required
Student visa: required
You can obtain a 3-month single entry visa or a 6-month multiple-entry visa on arrival at main ports of entry. You can also obtain an e-visa before your departure to Malawi.
e-Visa System – Department of Immigration and Citizenship services of the Republic of Malawi
Extending your visa
If you wish to extend your stay in Malawi, contact the Department of Immigration and Citizenship of Malawi. You may be fined upon departure if you overstay without proper authorization.
Working and volunteering
You cannot perform any type of work, including volunteer work, on a tourist visa. Contact the Malawi Department of Immigration and citizenship services for information on specific requirements.
Permit information – Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services of the Republic of Malawi
Health declaration form
You must complete an online health declaration form before travelling to Malawi.
Traveller Health Check – Ministry of Health and Sanitation of the Republic of Malawi
Children and travel
Learn about travelling with children.
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Official notice Source: Government of Canada · updated Oct 14, 2026
Other passports
Rules depend on your nationality, so we do not guess. Before you book:
- Read your own government's travel advice first (US travellers: State Department page for Malawi).
- Not sure what your passport needs? Check the visa rules for your nationality (eVisas visa checker) or compare with VisaHQ. These are affiliate links: if you use their application service we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Official government sites are usually cheaper and are linked above where we have them.
- Check your passport: many countries want it valid for 6 months after arrival and with blank pages.
- Check for an e-visa, travel authorisation or digital arrival card, and any vaccine rules (yellow fever is the common one).
- Ask your airline: they can refuse boarding if your documents do not match the rules.
Entry rules are set by each government and change without notice. This summary is for planning only and is not legal or immigration advice. Confirm on the official government website and with your airline before you book or travel. Voyaggora is not a government agency and does not process visas.
Essentials for travelers
Police 997 Ambulance 998 Fire 999
- Plugs: type G
- Power: 230 V, 50 Hz
- Traffic drives on the left
- Tap water: varies
- Calling code: +265
Compiled by Voyaggora from IEC World Plugs, government and consular sources. Confidence: high. Check with your embassy or hotel before you rely on it in an emergency.
Health and safety numbers for Malawi
| Measure | Value | Year | What it means | World median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safely managed drinking water % of people | 18.2 | 2024 | Share of people whose drinking water is on their premises, available when needed and free from contamination. Origin: WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme. World Bank data page | 80.6 (151 countries) |
| Doctors per 1,000 people | 0.05 | 2022 | Generalist and specialist doctors for every 1,000 people. Origin: WHO Global Health Workforce Statistics, OECD, country data. World Bank data page | 1.62 (208 countries) |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 people | 1.30 | 2011 | Inpatient beds in public, private and specialist hospitals for every 1,000 people. Origin: WHO, country data. World Bank data page | 2.39 (201 countries) |
| Malaria cases per 1,000 people at risk | 294.53 | 2024 | New malaria cases in a year for every 1,000 people living in areas where malaria is present. Origin: WHO. World Bank data page | 3.83 (107 countries) |
| Measles vaccination % of children aged 12-23 months | 89 | 2024 | Share of young children who have had a measles vaccine dose. Origin: WHO/UNICEF. World Bank data page | 90 (193 countries) |
| Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people | 33.4 | 2019 | Estimated deaths from road traffic injuries for every 100,000 people. The newest year WHO published is 2019. Origin: WHO. World Bank data page | 14.9 (190 countries) |
| Intentional homicides per 100,000 people | 1.78 | 2012 | Unlawful deaths inflicted on a person with the intent to cause death or serious injury, for every 100,000 people. Origin: UNODC. World Bank data page | 2.61 (196 countries) |
These are yearly statistics, not live data. They are estimates by WHO, UNICEF, IHME and UNODC, republished by the World Bank, and they describe the whole country, not a city or resort. Countries measure and report these figures in different ways, and the year of the newest figure differs from row to row.
Official notice Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0). Underlying estimates by WHO, UNICEF, IHME and UNODC, republished by the World Bank, database updated 2026-11-11. World median worked out by Voyaggora from the same World Bank data (median of countries with data, each country's latest year). · checked
Local laws to know before you go (Government of Canada advice)
Written by the Government of Canada for Canadian travellers. Laws change; the full, current text is on the Government of Canada page.
Drugs
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines and a lengthy jail sentence.
Drugs, alcohol and travel
2SLGBTQI+ persons
Malawian law prohibits sexual acts between individuals of the same sex.
This law is currently suspended.
However, 2SLGBTQI+ persons could be discriminated against based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics.
2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Malawi.
Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
Dress and behaviour
Malawi is generally a conservative society.
To avoid offending local sensitivities:
- dress conservatively
- behave discreetly and avoid public displays of affection
- respect religious and social traditions
Photography
Photography of sensitive installations is prohibited. This includes:
- military sites
- government buildings
- airports
- bridges
- places of worship
Seek permission before taking photos of individuals.
Identification
Local authorities may request to see your passport and visa at any time.
- Always carry a photocopy of your passport including your visa
- Keep a photocopy of your passport in a safe place in case it’s lost or seized
- Keep a digital copy of your ID and travel documents
Official notice Source: Government of Canada, Travel Advice and Advisories for Malawi. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence - Canada. The text is the Government of Canada's own words, shown unchanged (long entries end at a full stop); Voyaggora adds nothing and interprets nothing (advice last updated October 14, 2026 10:32 EDT; data file generated 2026-10-14). · checked
Taiwan travel warning
- Level 3 (orange) 第三級：橙色避免前往 - 馬拉威 - Malawi
Chinese label 橙色避免前往 (literally: orange, avoid going) · text is in Chinese: open the original · published
Live feed Source: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan (BOCA) (dataset data.gov.tw/dataset/116026, Government Open Data License v1.0). The Chinese title is shown unchanged; the English wording of the level is a literal translation by Voyaggora. This is Taiwan's own government warning and does not mean BOCA endorses Voyaggora. · checked
Emergency numbers in Malawi
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 990, 997 |
| Ambulance (emergency medical services) | 998 |
| Fire (fire department) | 999 |
From Wikidata (CC0). Wikidata is edited by volunteers and lists a role only where an editor has recorded one; check locally, for example with your embassy or hotel, before you rely on a number.
Live feed Source: Wikidata, Wikidata property P2852 “emergency phone number” · Wikidata data is CC0 (public domain) · checked
Is Malawi on the UK visa national list?
The UK government lists Malawi among the nationalities that need a visa to visit the UK.
List: Immigration Rules Appendix Visitor: Visa national list, paragraph VN 1.1(a), 115 countries and territorial entities. Latest change recorded by GOV.UK: Mar 5, 2026. This is only the visa national list; the Rules contain other conditions, so read the full page on GOV.UK.
Official notice Source: GOV.UK, UK Home Office · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 · checked
Is Malawi on the US Visa Waiver Program list (ESTA)?
Malawi is not on the list of countries DHS shows as currently designated for the US Visa Waiver Program.
DHS page “Last Updated”: Oct 28, 2026. The page lists countries; whether a particular traveller qualifies is set by DHS, see the page.
Official notice Source: Visa Waiver Program, US Department of Homeland Security · US government work, not subject to copyright (17 U.S.C. § 105) · checked
Canada visitor visa processing time for applications made from Malawi
IRCC’s processing-time tool answers the question “Where are you applying from?”. For visitor-visa applications made from Malawi, it shows:
- 148 days: Visitor visa (from outside Canada)
IRCC’s own figures, as of November 4, 2026. IRCC says: “Your application may take longer than the times shown here. They’re not a maximum or a guarantee.” The time depends on where the application is made, not on citizenship, and whether a visa or an eTA is needed depends on the traveller; check IRCC. Tool and details: IRCC check processing times.
Live feed Source: Check processing times, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · checked
US proclamation naming Malawi (Federal Register)
Malawi is named in the list of countries in the text of the newest entry proclamation in the Federal Register: “Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals To Protect the Security of the United States” (Proclamation 10998, signed Dec 16, 2025, published Dec 19, 2025). Full text: govinfo PDF (official) · Federal Register
It is named in:
- Section 5, headed “Partial Suspension of Entry for Nationals of Countries of Identified Concern”
This page only reports that the country is named in those sections, using the document’s own headings. It does not say what that means for any traveller, whether exceptions apply, or whether a later document changes it. Read the full text. Only this newest document was read for this list.
Official notice Source: Federal Register: proclamations, Office of the Federal Register (NARA) / US Government Publishing Office · US government work, not subject to copyright (17 U.S.C. § 105) · checked
More governments' travel advice for Malawi
Australia: Smartraveller (DFAT)
AU · Exercise a high degree of caution
“Exercise a high degree of caution in Malawi due to the threat of violent crime.”
Smartraveller page last changed Jul 10, 2026 · level and wording as published (text shortened to its opening sentences where long)
Read the official Australian advice
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Belgium: FPS Foreign Affairs
Belgium publishes its advice as text. The opening text of its ‘Laatste update’ page (in Dutch):
“Zolang de gebruikelijke voorzorgsmaatregelen nageleefd worden, kan er in Malawi doorgaans veilig gereisd worden.”
Laatst bijgewerkt op (last updated) Jan 20, 2026 · text quoted unchanged, long text shortened to its opening sentences
Read the official Belgian advice (Dutch) · Translate to English
Live feed Source: diplomatie.belgium.be, FPS Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Belgium. Information free of rights (Creative Commons-0), legal notice. Source and date shown as the ministry recommends. Checked .
France: Conseils aux voyageurs (France Diplomatie)
FR · vigilance renforcée
“L’ensemble du territoire est en vigilance renforcée (en jaune) en raison du risque routier qui est d’autant plus important que l’assistance routière d’urgence est très limitée.”
Level word, literal translation by Voyaggora: reinforced vigilance.
Alerts France lists for this country (titles as published, in French):
- Incidents sécuritaires - Appel à la vigilance · en ligne le Apr 13, 2026; mis à jour le Aug 27, 2026
Sécurité: mise à jour le Sep 15, 2026; zones: actualisation le Mar 10, 2026; alerts page: mise à jour le Nov 4, 2026 · text quoted unchanged
Read the official French advice (French) · Alerts page · Translate to English
Live feed Source: diplomatie.gouv.fr, Ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères (France Diplomatie), Conseils aux voyageurs. Licence Ouverte / Open Licence version 2.0 (avril 2017), mentions légales; the source and the date of last update are shown as the licence requires. Excerpts are reproduced unchanged and may not show the whole advice: read the full official page. Not an endorsement of Voyaggora by the French government. Checked .
Each government’s own words and date, shown side by side. Voyaggora does not compare or rank them.
U.S. Embassy alerts
- Embassy alert
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (October 22, 2026) Read on the embassy site - Embassy alert
Security Alert: Fuel Shortages Read on the embassy site
Live feed Source: U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy and Consulate websites (public alerts for U.S. citizens; US government works) · checked
More live hazards and notices
Getting around
- Planets tonight Above the horizon after dark (about 19:21 local): Saturn. Calculated from astronomy (astral, Astronomy Engine) and the IANA time zone database.
Weather, sea and nature
- UV index forecast, Lilongwe: peak 12.7 (extreme) around 09:00 UTC (Fri) in the next 24 hours, if the sky is clear. Cloud lowers it; protect your skin from 3 upward. Source: MET Norway (NLOD 2.0 and CC BY 4.0), forecast of 2026-11-13 01:19 UTC. Checked .
Events, holidays and sport
- Next public holidays: Christmas Day (Fri 25 Dec); Boxing Day (Sat 26 Dec); New Year's Day (Fri 1 Jan) · Shops, banks and attractions may close and prices rise. Computed with the open-source python-holidays library (MIT); check the official calendar.
Other live notices
- Latest official air temperature readings: Katete Forest 18.0 °C (02:00 UTC), Lunyangwa Research Station 18.3 °C (02:00 UTC), Ngapani 20.3 °C (23:00 UTC). Source: Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services through WMO WIS2 (core data, free and unrestricted under the WMO data policy). Checked .
- Daylight today in Lilongwe (capital): sunrise 05:07, sunset 17:51 (12 h 44 min of daylight, local time Africa/Blantyre); moon: waxing crescent, about 11% lit. Calculated from astronomy (NOAA solar-position equations), accurate to a couple of minutes; not an official feed. Moon phase from the mean lunar cycle. Updated .
- Light and clocks in Lilongwe (capital): Golden hour (soft photo light) 05:07 to 05:36 and 17:21 to 17:51; blue hour after sunset 17:51 to 18:22; daylight is growing by 1 minute a day. No clock change is scheduled in the next 14 months. Local time in Lilongwe: UTC+2. Calculated from astronomy and the international time-zone database; governments can change clock rules at short notice, so check before you travel. Not an official feed.
Live feed Sources: NOAA / NWS (ash advisories from the ICAO Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres, aurora from the Space Weather Prediction Center), USGS, GeoNet New Zealand (CC BY 3.0 NZ) · checked
Model estimates, next 24 hoursMalawi
- Model forecast Next 24 hours in Lilongwe (model forecast, not an official forecast): 21.7 to 31.7°C, 2.1 mm of rain, gusts to 24 km/h, cloud 88%. Feels like up to 37°C in the heat of the day. Derived from the NOAA GFS model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
- Air (model) Fine particles (PM2.5) in Lilongwe, modelled for the next 24 hours: about 18 µg/m³, 1.2 times the WHO 24-hour guideline of 15 µg/m³. A model estimate for the city, not a measurement. Derived from the NOAA GEFS-Aerosols model output via the NOAA Open Data Dissemination programme. NOAA does not endorse this site.
These are computer-model estimates from NOAA open model data (model run 12 Nov 18:00 UTC), not official forecasts, measurements or warnings. The official advisories, warnings and live sources for Malawi are listed on this page.
Pictures from space and the weather agenciesMalawi
Credits: We acknowledge the use of imagery provided by services from NASA's Global Imagery Browse Services (GIBS), part of NASA's Earth Science Data and Information System (ESDIS). NOAA pictures are public domain and shown unaltered; this is not an endorsement by NOAA. Click a picture to open it at its source.
Health and vaccines
Vaccines, malaria and yellow-fever certificate rules: TravelHealthPro country pages (UK Health Security Agency), CDC destination pages, UK Foreign Office health advice. Ask a travel clinic 6 to 8 weeks before you go.
Airport weather right now
| Airport | Temperature | Wind | Visibility | Conditions | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lilongwe FWKI | 20°C / 68°F | 4 kt from 50° | 3.73 mi | Marginal (some cloud/haze) |
Live feed Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center · checked
Money
1 US dollar ≈ 1738 MWK · 1 euro ≈ 1930 MWK
Central-bank reference rate for Nov 12, 2026. Your card or exchange desk will differ.
Live feed Source: Frankfurter · checked
Official sources for Malawi
- Weather service: Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services
- Weather warnings: Alerts
- Health ministry: Ministry of Health
- Road conditions: Roads Authority
- Emergency number(s): 997 (police, toll-free) (official page)
Links to the official government bodies, checked by us. Voyaggora does not run these sites. For anything urgent, use the official emergency number.
Voyaggora destination guides
Quick answers: is it safe to travel to Malawi?
- Is it safe to travel to Malawi right now?
- Official advice is to take normal or increased precautions. As of Nov 13, 04:22 UTC. The US State Department rates Malawi Level 2 of 4, "Increased caution". Canada says "Exercise a high degree of caution". The UK FCDO has no warnings against travel to Malawi. Advisory levels change and can vary by region within a country: check the official page before you travel. Sources: US State Department Canada UK FCDO.
- Are there any active weather or hazard alerts in Malawi right now?
- As of Nov 13, 04:22 UTC, Travel Live shows these live hazard and alert sections for Malawi: U.S. Embassy alerts, more live hazards and notices. Each one on this page names its official source and the time it was checked. Worldwide storms, earthquakes and disasters are on the Travel Live hub.
- What do the advisory levels mean?
- US State Department: Level 1 exercise normal precautions, Level 2 exercise increased caution, Level 3 reconsider travel, Level 4 do not travel. Canada: take normal security precautions, exercise a high degree of caution, avoid non-essential travel, avoid all travel. UK FCDO: it advises against all travel, or all but essential travel, to the whole country or to parts of it, or has no warnings. Each government uses its own scale, so the levels are not directly comparable.
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