Malawi - Apply for Health Certificate

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Health Certificate, the applicant has to approach the FDRE Ministry of Health link
2. Contact the medical facility to schedule an appointment for your health examination. Inquire about the required documents, fees, and any specific instructions for the examination.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. The fee for a Health Certificate in Malawi is MK10,000 (USD67).
10. Attend your scheduled health examination at the designated medical facility. The examination may include a physical check-up, medical history assessment, and possibly laboratory tests (such as blood tests, X-rays, etc.), depending on the purpose of the health certificate.
11. After the examination is complete, the medical facility will provide you with a medical report detailing the results of your health assessment. If you meet the required health standards, they will also issue a health certificate.
12. The health certificate will indicate the validity period and the purpose for which it is issued (e.g., travel, work, residency). Make sure you understand the limitations and requirements associated with the certificate.
13. Submit the health certificate to the relevant authorities or organizations that require it. For example, if the certificate is needed for a visa application or travel, provide it to the appropriate embassy or consulate.
14. This entire process can be completed within 5 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Proof of legal status of the company
• Environmental impact assessment report
• Feasibility study report
• Mineral deposit report
• Business plan
• Tax identification number
• Work permit for foreign workers, if applicable
• Application form

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Health,
P.O. Box 30377, Lilongwe, MALAWI
Phone - +265 1 789 400
Fax - +265 1 789 534/1 789 536
Contact link – link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for a Health Certificate in Malawi, you must meet the following requirements:

• The applicant must be a foreign national.
• The applicant must have a valid passport and visa.
• The applicant must have a negative COVID-19 test result, taken within 72 hours of your arrival in Malawi.
• The applicant must have a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Fees

• The fee for a Health Certificate in Malawi is MK10,000 (USD67).

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 5 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Nationality
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Residential Address
• Residential No
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Parents name
• Parents details
• Health details
• Educational Qualifications
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Health Certificate in Malawi is a document issued by the Malawian government that certifies that you are free from certain diseases, such as COVID-19 and yellow fever. It is required for all foreign nationals entering Malawi.

Information which might help

Here is some additional information about the health certificate requirements for entering Malawi:

• Children under the age of 5 are exempt from the COVID-19 test requirement.
• People who have recovered from COVID-19 within the past 3 months are exempt from the COVID-19 test requirement, but they must still provide a positive COVID-19 test result and a letter from a doctor stating that they have recovered from the virus.
• People who are unable to get a COVID-19 test can apply for a waiver from the Ministry of Health.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The Health Certificate is a mandatory document for all foreign nationals entering Malawi. It is important to obtain a Health Certificate in advance of your travel to Malawi, as you may not be allowed to enter the country without one.