Malawi : Factfile
Time
GMT + 2 hours
Languages
English is the official language but there are also numerous ethnic languages and dialects
Currency
Malawian Kwacha but US Dollar is widely accepted
Airlines
There are no direct flights to Malawi British Airways, South African Airways, Kenya Airways go via Nairobi or Johannesburg
Flight time from UK
Approximately 14 hours
Visa requirements
UK, Australian, Canadian, some (but not all) EU and USA passport holders do not require a visa to enter Malawi.
For further information and up-to-date entry requirements see www.malawihighcom.org.uk or contact the Malawi High Commission:
Tel: 020 8455 5624
Email: [email protected]
Health requirements
There are certain recommended inoculations when travelling to Malawi. You should seek advice regarding inoculations and health precautions from your GP or travel clinic as soon as your departure date is known.
The MASTA (Medical Advisory Services for Travellers Abroad) website www.masta.org (09068 224100) will give you up-to-date advice, as well as the location of your nearest Travel Clinic. Another good website to visit for travel health advice is the NHS website www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk.
