Malawi
Travel Factsheet •
MWK
Currency
Chichewa
Language
+265
Calling Code
L
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 997
Ambulance: 998
Entry Requirements
Visa:
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; check specific requirements.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Mixed
ATMs:
Medium
Daily Budget:
$80
Tipping:
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Common
Pharmacy:
Limited hours
Essential Phrases
Hello
Moni
Goodbye
Tsalani bwino
Please
Chonde
Thank you
Zikomo
Sorry
Pepani
Things to Avoid
Not respecting local customsOverpackingFailing to negotiate prices
Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Religion