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KenyaKenya visa requirements for Malawi citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. Malawi passport holders do not need a visa for Kenya for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel. Exempt from the eTA for up to 90 days.
Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Kenya entry requirements for Malawi citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Kenya
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Recent rule changes for Kenya
- 2025: Kenya Citizenship and Immigration (Amendment) Rules 2025 exempted EAC, most African and selected other nationals from the eTA.
Kenya at a glance for travellers
- 198 of 198 passports can enter Kenya without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Malawi passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 62 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Kenya eTA: How to apply / exemptions (Immigration Amendment Rules 2025) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Kenya eTA: eligibility & fees | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Kenya eTA portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Kenya entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malawi citizens need a visa for Kenya?
No. Malawi passport holders do not need a visa for Kenya for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel. Exempt from the eTA for up to 90 days.
How long can Malawi passport holders stay in Kenya?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do Malawi passport holders need for Kenya?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Malawi passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Kenya?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.