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India to Mali visa requirements

Q: Is there an e-visa for Mali for Indians?

No standalone e-visa is issued to Indians. Applications are submitted online through the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal, but the visa is then processed and issued by the embassy, not granted automatically online.

Q: How long can I stay in Mali on a tourist visa?

The standard tourist visa is single-entry and allows a stay of up to 30 days from your date of arrival. The visa is valid for 90 days from issue, so you must enter Mali within that window.

Q: How much does a Mali tourist visa cost for Indians?

The government fee is approximately USD 50. Visa service agencies charge all-inclusive fees from around Rs.4,899, and expedited handling adds roughly Rs.1,000.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Mali?

Yes. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry to Mali and is part of the required visa documentation.

Q: Is Mali part of the Schengen area?

No. Mali is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen zone, so the Schengen 90/180-day rule and ETIAS do not apply. Mali has its own national visa requirement.

Indian passport holders need a visa before traveling to Mali. There is no visa-free entry, no general visa-on-arrival, and no e-visa for Indians. Apply in advance through the Mali Embassy in New Delhi via the official digital portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml). A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. As of 2026, ordinary Indian passport holders require a visa to enter Mali for tourism. India is not among Mali's visa-exempt nationalities, and Mali does not offer a general visa-on-arrival or an online e-visa to Indian citizens. Applications must be lodged before departure through the Malian diplomatic mission in India (Embassy of Mali, New Delhi), using the centralized digital portal at https://www.diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml/vitrine/. The standard short-stay tourist visa is single-entry, permits up to 30 days in Mali, and the visa itself is valid for 90 days from issue (entry must occur within that window). The government fee is approximately USD 50. Mali is in West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is a hard entry requirement, and travelers should review current security advisories before visiting, as large parts of Mali carry serious travel warnings.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Embassy / consular tourist visa (applied for in advance)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days from arrival

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 50 government fee (service providers charge from ~Rs.4,899 all-inclusive)

consular fee only

Processing time

5-10 business days (excluding urgent cases)

standard track

Validity

90 days from date of issue (entry must occur within this window)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa and gather prerequisites

Indian ordinary passport holders require a visa for Mali. Ensure your passport is valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least 2 blank pages, and that you have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Passport 6+ months· 2 blank pages· Yellow fever certificate

/02

Create an account on the official Mali visa portal

Register on the centralized Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal at https://www.diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml/vitrine/, which routes you to the Mali Embassy in New Delhi based on your country of residence.

· Online portal· Mali Embassy New Delhi

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Complete the online application and select tourist visa

Fill out the visa application form accurately, choosing the tourist (short-stay) category. Errors can delay processing, so review all details before submitting.

· Tourist category· Single entry / 30 days

/04

Upload supporting documents

Attach scanned copies (PDF or JPG) of your passport, a recent 35x45mm white-background photo, round-trip flight reservation, hotel booking or legalized invitation letter, and your yellow fever vaccination card.

· PDF/JPG uploads· Flight + hotel

/05

Pay the visa fee and book an appointment

Pay the government fee (approx. USD 50) through the portal and schedule a consular appointment if required. An expedited service is available for an extra ~Rs.1,000.

· ~USD 50 fee· Appointment if required

/06

Collect your visa and travel

Receive the visa within roughly 5-10 business days. Enter Mali within 90 days of issue; your 30-day stay begins on arrival. Carry printed documents and your yellow fever certificate.

· 5-10 business days· Enter within 90 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

India -> Mali · Embassy / consular tourist visa (applied for in advance)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with at least 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted online visa application via diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml portal