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Malawi travel advice
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Malawi travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Malawi with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
Malawi - quick facts | |
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Time difference | UK +2 hours |
Language(s) | English, Chichewa |
Currency | Malawian Kwacha |
Electricity | G plug (230V) |
Driving side | Left |
Visa✝ | Yes |
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✝ = requirements for UK travellers.
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Malawi weather
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The Malawi weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Lilongwe.
Malawi travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Malawi from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Malawi - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Malawi - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Malawi - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Malawi - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Malawi - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Malawi - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Malawi.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Malawi travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Malawi with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Malawi - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Malawi - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Malawi - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Malawi, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Malawi covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Malawi with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Coronavirus timeline in Malawi - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Malawi - Malawi Tourism
Malawi travel features
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Malawi FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Malawi including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Malawi due to Covid-19?
Malawi is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Malawi?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Malawi. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Malawi and the UK?
The time difference between Malawi and the UK is UK time+2 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Malawi?
The main languages spoken in Malawi are English and Chichewa.
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What is the currency in Malawi?
The currency in Malawi is the Malawian Kwacha (MWK).
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Which plugs are used in Malawi?
Malawi uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts) - the same as the UK.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Malawi?
They drive on the left side of the road in Malawi.
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