As a result of COVID-19 generated constraints, the United States Embassy in Lilongwe Consular Section will be closed from July 16, 2021 to August 13, 2021.  During this time, all routine consular services will be suspended and only U.S. citizens with consular emergencies will be assisted.  In the event of an U.S. citizen emergency, please …

Location: Malawi Event: Change in Malawi’s Arrival/Departure Requirements As of January 20, 2021, there are 13,888 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Malawi. There are 8,082 active cases, 6,206 recovered patients, and 353 deaths are COVID-19 related. Malawi is experiencing a rapid and steep rise in COVID-19 cases. Arrival: The government of Malawi requires all arriving passengers …

The United States Embassy would like to inform all U.S. Citizens living in Malawi that the Consular Section continues to operate with severely reduced services.  The United States Embassy in Malawi remains unable to resume routine visa services (immigrant and non-immigrant) at this time.  We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are …

Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and …

Location: Malawi Event: New COVID-19 mitigation measures implemented Effective December 23, the Malawi Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 has implemented the following measures to limit the spread of the virus: All land borders will be closed for two weeks (14 days) starting December 23, 2020, except for essential goods transporters, deportees and those in special circumstances. …

Location:  Malawi Event:  New COVID-19 mitigation measures implemented Effective December 23, the Malawi Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 has implemented the following measures to limit the spread of the virus: All land borders will be closed for two weeks (14 days) starting December 23, 2020, except for essential goods transporters, deportees and those in special circumstances. …

The United States Embassy would like to inform all U.S. Citizens living in Malawi and the general public that the Consular Section will be closed from December 11, 2020 to January 11, 2021. During this time, all routine consular services will be suspended and only U.S. citizens with consular emergencies will be assisted. In the event …

Location:  Lilongwe  Event:The President of Malawi announced three cases of COVID-19 in Malawi.  Actions to Take:  Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.  For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.  Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.  Check with …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 30, 2020)  Location:  Malawi  Event:  Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a  Global Level 4 Health Advisory  for COVID-19.  On March 27, 2020, the Government of Malawi has instituted a ban on all commercial international flights effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Government of …

Location:  Malawi Event:  Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19.  On March 27, 2020, the Government of Malawi has instituted a ban on all commercial international flights effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The Government of Malawi is considering further restrictions if the situation …

Location:  Malawi Event:  Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19.  We recognize this has been a challenging period for many of our fellow citizens, particularly those of you seeking to depart Malawi after the numerous cancellations of regularly scheduled flights out of Malawi. …

Location:  Malawi Event:  There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Malawi. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of US personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March 15, Peace Corps suspended …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi (March 18, 2020) Location:  Malawi Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China.  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 199,000 people infected globally. Malawi has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. However, the government …

December 23, 2019 Event:  Holidays in Malawi provide increased risk for criminal activity.   There is a heightened risk of armed robbery and assault. Travelers to Malawi are perceived to have gifts or large amounts of cash.  Actions to Take:    Exercise additional vigilance throughout the holiday season and at holiday events.  Review your personal security plans.  Be aware of your surroundings.  Use …

Location: Lilongwe Event: Demonstrations are planned in Lilongwe today, December 10, 2019. The demonstration will begin at Lilongwe Community Ground, via Mchesi, to the Kamuzu Central Hospital roundabout then on to Kenyatta Drive to Presidential Way then Chilembwe Road  and end at Capital Hill. If you are outside of Lilongwe, please exercise caution, since demonstrations may erupt …

Location: Lilongwe Event: Demonstrations are planned in Lilongwe tomorrow, October 1, 2019. The demonstration will begin at Lilongwe Community Ground, then proceed down the M1, then on to Kamuzu Procession Road and into Chilambula Road, then back to the M1 to the Area 18 roundabout to Presidential Way and end at Capital Hill.  If you are outside …

Location: Nationwide Event: Demonstrations are planned nationwide tomorrow, August 28, 2019 and may continue until Friday, August 30, 2019. Currently, the U.S. Embassy is scheduled to remain open for normal operations. The Human Rights Defenders Coalition has called for mass demonstrations to continue until the Malawi Electoral Commission Chair, Jane Ansah, resigns. Looting and vandalism have occurred …

Location: Airports and Land Border Crossings Nationwide Event: Demonstrations are planned at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe, Chileka International Airport in Blantyre and at land border crossings at Karonga  (Songwe border), Mchinji, Mwanza and Ntcheu from Monday, August 26 – Friday, August 30, 2019. Currently, the U.S. Embassy is scheduled to remain open for normal operations during that time. …

Location: Nationwide Event: Demonstrations are planned in several cities and districts throughout Malawi on Thursday, July 25. The U.S. will remain open for normal operations during that time. The Human Rights Defenders Coalition called for mass demonstrations to continue until the Malawi Electoral Commission Chair resigns. Looting and violence have occurred during recent demonstrations throughout Malawi’s major …

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) called for mass demonstrations to continue until Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chair Jane Ansah resigns. 

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) called for mass demonstrations to occur every Tuesday and Friday until Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chair Jane Ansah resigns.  The U.S. Embassy anticipates that the next demonstration to occur Friday, July 19. 

Location:  Nationwide Event: The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) called for mass demonstrations to occur every Tuesday and Friday until Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chair Jane Ansah resigns.  Though organizers consistently have called for peaceful protest, looting and violence have occurred during recent demonstrations throughout Malawi’s major cities. The first demonstration is scheduled for Tuesday, July 17.  …

Location:  Nationwide  Event: The U.S. Embassy Lilongwe has received reports of potential vigils in vicinity of Area 3 Police Station and Maula Prison in Area 6.  U.S. Embassy personnel are being advised to avoid these areas.  Embassy travel outside of Lilongwe is permitted with security office approval through Friday, July 12. Past protests have been predominantly peaceful, …

The U.S. Embassy will resume full operations Tuesday, July 9, 2019.  Given the possibility of further demonstrations this week, U.S. Embassy personnel are operating with the following restrictions:

Alert: Nationwide Demonstrations Update – July 7 Event: During last week’s demonstrations, organizers called for protests to resume on Monday, July 8.  At this time, the U.S. Embassy has recommended mission personnel avoid non-essential travel on Monday. Due to skirmishes and looting associated with ongoing protests, all U.S. Embassy personnel are advised to avoid public gatherings as the security …

Alert – U.S. Embassy Lilongwe July 6, 2019 Event: As of this morning, July 6, the situation in Lilongwe appears stable.  However, this is subject to change with little notice.  The U.S. Embassy anticipates demonstrations to resume throughout the country on Monday, July 8. In preparation of the anticipated demonstrations, essential travel within Lilongwe is authorized for Embassy …

Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe will be curtailing operations tomorrow, July 5, 2019 due to ongoing demonstrations.  Demonstrations are expected nationwide to include the cities of Lilongwe, Blantyre, Zomba, and Mzuzu.  All Embassy personnel are required to remain in Lilongwe’s areas 10, 12, and 43 or at their hotel or other overnight location if …

Location:  Countrywide Event:  On Thursday, June 6, clashes between the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and Malawi Police Service (MPS) resulted in the use of tear gas that disrupted U.S. Embassy operations. The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy will be open on Friday, June 7 for emergency American Citizens Services. Actions to Take: Avoid any …

United States Embassy Lilongwe, Malawi Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Safety of Travel to Mulanje District, Malawi July 26, 2018 The United States Embassy in Lilongwe is implementing temporary restrictions on its staff when traveling to Malawi’s Mulanje District out of an abundance of caution due to a resurgence of rumors of attacks by human …