For Malawian passport holders with a UK visa

Countries Malawian citizens can visit with a UK visa

These countries trust a UK visa and waive or ease their own visa for Malawian citizens.

9 countries open up
8 visa-free
1 visa on arrival

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, Schengen visa, GCC residence, UK residence, EU residence.
Dominican Republic Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Complete the online e-ticket before travel.

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

Valid visa substitutes for a Guatemalan visa.

Also accepted: US visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Australia, GCC residence, UK residence, EU 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, Schengen visa, Canada, Japan, Green Card, UK residence, EU 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, Schengen visa, Canada, Ireland, UK residence, EU residence.
Montenegro Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Supporting visa must stay valid for your whole stay.

Also accepted: US visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Ireland.
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, Schengen visa, Canada, UK residence, EU 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, Schengen visa, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Green Card, UK residence, EU residence.
Saudi Arabia Visa required→Visa on arrival90 days

Tourist or business visa that has already been used. Fee about SAR 400 including mandatory health insurance.

Also accepted: US visa, Schengen visa.

Hold a different visa?

US visa holders 10 Schengen visa holders 10 Canadian visa and PR holders 8 UK residents 7 EU 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 a UK visa?

9 destinations relax their rules for Malawian citizens who hold a UK visa, including visa-free entry to Albania, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro and a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia. Conditions differ by country.

Does a UK visa 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.