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Timor-LesteMalawi: Visa on arrival

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Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Malawi?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Timor-Leste passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Malawi.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: visasupdate.com (checked September 18, 2026).

    RequirementVisa on arrival
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance9,970 km, straight line (~12h 14m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Malawi195 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Malawi passport holders visiting Timor-Leste: Visa on arrival.

Other visa-free destinations for Timor-Leste passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Malawi?

A visa is not required in advance. Timor-Leste passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Malawi.

How far is Malawi from Timor-Leste?

About 9,970 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 14m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Malawi?

Malawian kwacha (MWK).

What is the emergency number in Malawi?

990 / 997 / 998 / 999.

What time zone is Malawi in?

Blantyre (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Lilongwe?

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW), about 22 km away.

How many countries can enter Malawi without a visa?

195 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Malawi visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.