Malawi - Apply for Temporary Permit

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for a Temporary Permit, the applicant has to approach the Department of Immigration and Citizen Servicelink
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. 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.
8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
9. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
10. Depending on the type of permit, you may be required to attend an interview or provide biometric information (such as fingerprints and photographs) as part of the application process.
11. If your application is approved, you will receive a notification and your temporary permit will be issued. The permit will outline the terms and conditions of your stay in Malawi.
12. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form (provided by the Immigration Department).
• Passport and copies of relevant passport pages.
• Passport-sized photographs.
• Proof of purpose for the temporary stay (e.g., employment offer, business plan, acceptance letter from an educational institution).
• Health and medical certificates if required.
• Police clearance certificate or background check.
• Proof of financial means to support yourself during your stay.
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Immigration and Citizen Service
New Government building along Victoria Avenue
Opposite Delamere House in Blantyre, Malawi’s commercial city.
Blantyre – Immigration HQ
PO Box No-331, Blantyre, Malawi
Phone No- (+265)-01832565
Contact link – link link

Eligibility

The following are the eligibility requirements for applying for a Temporary Permit in Malawi:

• The applicant must be a foreign national.
• The applicant must have a valid passport and visa.
• The applicant must have a sponsor in Malawi who is a legal resident or citizen.
• The applicant must have a valid reason for wanting to stay in Malawi for a temporary period, such as work, study, or business.
• The applicant must be able to support yourself financially during your stay in Malawi.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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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 15 - 30 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
• Educational Qualifications
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Temporary Permit in Malawi is a legal document that allows a foreign national to stay in Malawi for a temporary period of time. There are different types of Temporary Permits available in Malawi, each with its own set of eligibility requirements.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

Here are the different types of Temporary Permits that are available in Malawi:

• Temporary Residence Permit: This permit is issued to foreign nationals who want to stay in Malawi for a period of up to 12 months.
• Temporary Employment Permit: This permit is issued to foreign nationals who have been offered employment in Malawi.
• Temporary Student Permit: This permit is issued to foreign nationals who want to study in Malawi.
• Temporary Business Permit: This permit is issued to foreign nationals who want to do business in Malawi.