Malawi Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 62 | 97 |
| 2021 | 68 | 111 |
| 2022 | 78 | 115 |
| 2023 | 80 | 114 |
| 2024 | 80 | 111 |
| 2025 | 80 | 108 |
| 2026 | 76 | 118 |
Malawi: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 50th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingEnglish
- 42nd out of 60 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingPresidential Republic
- 28th out of 57 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 110th out of 159 countries
- African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
- 9th out of 54 countries
- Commonwealth RankingCommonwealth Countries
- 39th out of 56 countries
- G77 RankingG77 Countries
- 66th out of 132 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
About Malawi
Malawi is a landlocked country in southeastern Africa, bordered by Tanzania, Mozambique, and Zambia. It is defined by the Great Rift Valley and Lake Malawi, which occupies much of its eastern border. The landscape features high plateaus, rolling plains, and scattered mountains. The country lies within the African Great Lakes region and has a subtropical climate.
Daily life in Malawi is predominantly rural, with most people engaged in small-scale agriculture. Villages are the center of social life, where community gatherings and markets are common. The rhythm of life follows the agricultural seasons, with planting and harvest times shaping activities. Traditional music and dance remain important elements of cultural expression.
Malawi maintains a peaceful profile within the Southern African region and is a member of the African Union and the Southern African Development Community. The country has received international support for development and health initiatives. Its foreign policy emphasizes diplomacy and regional cooperation. Malawi's passport provides moderate access to international travel, reflecting its global engagement.