Embassy
Embassy of Brazil in Malawi
Area 12, Plot 399
Brazil visa requirements for Malawian citizens
Malawian citizens need a visa for Brazil, from its embassy or consulate.
Passport
MWI
Malawi
Going to
BRA
Brazil
Visa needed
Apply through a Brazilian consulate if you need a visa and cannot apply online.
- Visa
- Required
- Valid for
- 365 days
- Fee
- Fee depends on nationality and consulate
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Find Brazil's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Brazil
Your passport decides whether you need a visa for short visits.
Visa requiredEmbassy visitor visaApply through a Brazilian consulate if you need a visa and cannot apply online.
- Stay
- 90 days
- Valid for
- 365 days
- Fee
- Fee depends on nationality and consulate
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Check the consulate that serves where you live.
- Fill in the online form and upload documents.
- Print and sign the application receipt.
- Pay and submit your passport and original documents.
Documents required
- Valid passport
- Signed application receipt
- Passport photo
- Travel plan or return booking
- Other documents your consulate requests
- Your visa may last longer, depending on your nationality.
- You cannot take paid work; follow the stay allowed at entry.
Sources (42)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Foreign Ministry — official Brazilian visa application service
- Federal Police — immigration and border questions
- Federal Police — visitor-stay extensions
- Chamber of Deputies — updated immigration decree
- Government-designated Brazil electronic visa portal
- Official electronic visa FAQ
- Government-designated Brazil electronic visa portal for China
- Brazilian Consulate in San Francisco — electronic visitor visa
- Brazilian Consulate in San Francisco — consular visitor visa
- Brazilian Consulate in Chicago — visitor visa
- Brazilian Consulate in London — visa fees
- Brazilian Consulate in London — academic internship
- Brazilian Consulate in London — research and teaching
- Brazilian Consulate in London — regional residence agreement
- Brazilian Consulate in London — short volunteer services
- Brazilian Embassy in New Delhi — business visitor visa
- Brazilian Embassy in New Delhi — official appointment and processing notices
- Brazilian Embassy in Manama — visitor visa exemptions
- Brazilian Embassy in Singapore — visitor exemptions and shorter allowances
- Brazilian Embassy in Singapore — visa categories and general guidance
- Brazilian Consulate in Zurich — visitor visas and 2026 China rules
- Foreign Ministry — 2026 amendment to the European Union short-stay agreement
- Foreign Ministry — United Kingdom visa agreement
- Foreign Ministry — temporary Chinese ordinary-passport exemption
- Foreign Ministry — renewed Japan ordinary-passport exemption
- Foreign Ministry — ten-year visitor visa agreement with India
- Brazilian Government — Moldova short-stay exemption
- Brazilian Embassy in Dublin — transit visa
- Brazilian Consulate in Orlando — study visa
- Brazilian Consulate in Hong Kong — study visa
- Brazilian Consulate in Istanbul — study visa and registration
- Brazilian Consulate in Sydney — work visa
- Brazilian Consulate in New York — digital nomad visa
- Brazilian Embassy in Manila — family reunion
- Brazilian Embassy in Dublin — marriage-based family reunion
- Brazilian Embassy in Nassau — medical visitor visa
- Ministry of Justice — medical treatment visa and residence
- Brazilian Embassy in Damascus — religious activities
- Brazilian Embassy in Dublin — volunteer services
- Brazilian Consulate in Tokyo — investment visa
- Brazilian Embassy in Canberra — retirees and pensioners
- Brazilian civil aviation authority — visas must be obtained before arrival
Embassies for this trip
Book an appointment before you go.
Coming from Malawi
- Plugs C NAdapter needed
- MoneyBRL R$
- Time−7h
- DrivingOn the rightLook left first
- LanguagePortuguese
- Emergency190 police192 ambulance
Planning your Brazil trip
Best time to go: The best time depends on the region. The Amazon's main rainy months are November to March; December and January are busy holiday months, and prices rise during Carnaval and other major holidays.
- Iguaçu FallsSee one of Brazil's great natural sights.
- Amazon rainforestExplore vast forests, rivers and places reached mainly by boat.
- PantanalWatch and photograph abundant wildlife, including from boat hotels.
- Historic towns of Minas GeraisExplore historic towns in an area suited to travel by car.
Scams to watch for in Brazil
- Pickpocketing and unwanted touchingSomeone takes valuables from your pocket or bag. In Fortaleza, be especially careful around beggars who keep touching you. Unwanted contact can make it harder to notice a theft.
- Bag snatchingA thief grabs your bag and escapes. A busy area or nearby police presence does not remove the risk.
- Street robbery and armed muggingA robber threatens you and demands your belongings. They may have a gun or knife. Deserted streets, isolated beach sections and poorly lit areas increase your exposure.
About Brazil
Brazil is a federal republic covering nearly half of South America and most of the Amazon basin.
- Capital
- Brasília
- Money
- Brazilian real (R$)
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Time zone
- 4 time zones
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +55
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Questions
Do malawian citizens need a visa for Brazil?
Malawian citizens need a visa for Brazil, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Brazil visa?
At Brazil's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help malawian citizens enter Brazil?
We have no record of Brazil relaxing its rules for malawian citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do brazilian citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Brazilian citizens get a visa on arrival in Malawi, for up to 90 days.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Brazil?
Botswana, Morocco, Namibia, Seychelles South Africa, and 1 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Brazil are easier for malawian citizens?
Ecuador, Bolivia, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas Barbados, and 3 more let malawian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Brazil?
Find Brazil's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Brazil?
Brazilian real (R$). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Brazil?
Portuguese.
How strong is the Malawi passport?
It ranks #69 and reaches 63 destinations without applying ahead.
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