This is a permit issued to a foreign national allowing him/her to enter and reside in Malawi for a short period for purposes of tourism, visiting relatives and business. It is valid for 30 days which may be extended for a further 60 days upon application and payment of appropriate fees.

This is a permit authorising a Prohibited Immigrant to enter Malawi for temporary residence therein or to travel through Malawi upon such conditions as may be prescribed by the Minister.

This is issued to a visitor with a valid visitors /Business Visit permit who has resided in Malawi for the maximum of 90 days but has a legitimate and justifiable reasons for continued residence.

This permit is issued to persons before they enter Malawi for the purpose of taking up specified employment in Malawi.

This is a permit which allows a person to enter Malawi and study at an approved Educational Institution.

This is a permit which authorises a person to reside in Malawi for the purpose of carrying on, practicing or engaging in such business, profession or occupation for gain, profit or reward as self –employed person or a partner or proprietor. (The funds to be invested should originate from a legal source outside minimum $50,000.00 )

The permit is valid for 5 years from date of approval and is renewable for successive period of 5 years.

It is a permit issued to a person authorising one to reside in Malawi permanently.