🇲🇼 Malawi · General Residence
Temporary Residence Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 3 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immigration.gov.mw/permits/temporary-residence-permit/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“A foreign national who would like to enter Malawi for short term consultancy or other work related activity.”
“This is issued to a visitor with a valid Visitors /Business Visit permit who has resided in Malawi for the maximum of 90 days but has a legitimate and justifiable reasons for continued residence.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.