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Cape Verde embassy & consulates in Malawi

Visa on arrival · 30 days$2,450/moSOS 999Updated Nov 9, 2026
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Cape Verde has no resident embassy or consulate in Malawi on record.

Entry rules for Cape Verde passport holders → Malawi:Visa on arrival· 30 days
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Cape Verde missions in Malawi

Cape Verde has no resident embassy or consulate in Malawi on record.

Entry rules for Cape Verde passport holders

MalawiVisa on arrival· 30 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Cape Verde → Malawi

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 30 days without a visa.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
Cape Verde → Malawi
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
Cape Verde → Malawi

Applying for a visa? Malawi missions in Cape Verde

No Malawi mission in Cape Verde on record.

Frequently asked questions

Do Cape Verde citizens need a visa for Malawi?

Visa on arrival (30 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Malawi?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 999), then contact the Cape Verde embassy or consulate in Malawi for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.