For Malawian passport holders with an EU residence permit

Countries Malawian citizens can visit with an EU residence permit

These countries trust an EU residence permit and waive or ease their own visa for Malawian citizens.

7 countries open up
7 visa-free

Albania eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Multiple-entry US, UK or Schengen visa that has already been used once in the issuing country. Residence permits from those places also qualify.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, GCC residence, UK residence.
Dominican Republic Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Complete the online e-ticket before travel.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Ireland, UK residence.
Guatemala Visa required→Visa-free

Valid visa substitutes for a Guatemalan visa.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Australia, GCC residence, UK residence.
Mexico Visa required→Visa-free180 days

Physical visa sticker valid on arrival (digital copies refused). Fill the FMM form; carry return ticket and accommodation proof.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Japan, Green Card, UK residence.
Moldova eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Non-transit visa or residence permit. Up to 90 days within a 270-day window.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Ireland, UK residence.
North Macedonia Visa required→Visa-free15 days

Double or multiple-entry visa stuck in your passport; card or digital permits do not count. Proof of onward travel required.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, UK residence.
Panama Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Multiple-entry visa already used once in the issuing country. Show about USD 500 or proof of funds. Sources differ on the minimum visa validity (6 months or 1 year).

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Green Card, UK residence.

Hold a different visa?

US visa holders 10 Schengen visa holders 10 UK visa holders 9 Canadian visa and PR holders 8 UK residents 7 Australian visa and PR holders 3 Japan visa holders 3 Irish visa holders 3

Hold more than one? Tick everything you hold to see every country it opens up.

Common questions

Which countries can Malawian citizens visit with an EU residence permit?

7 destinations relax their rules for Malawian citizens who hold an EU residence permit, including visa-free entry to Albania, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Moldova, North Macedonia. Conditions differ by country.

Does an EU residence permit have to be valid on arrival?

Yes, in almost every case. Many countries also want it valid for some months after you arrive, and a few want it already used once. The exact rule is listed under each country.

Perks are re-checked every week. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.