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Malaysia to Mali visa requirements

Q: Is there a visa on arrival in Mali for Malaysians?

No. Mali generally abolished broad visa-on-arrival in 2015; arrange your visa/entry authorization before you fly.

Q: How do I apply for a Mali eVisa from Malaysia?

Apply on the official portal diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml, then pay the fee by bank transfer to the assigned Malian embassy, which issues your Autorisation d'entree.

Q: How long can I stay in Mali?

The short-stay tourist visa allows up to 90 days from your date of entry.

Q: Do I need a Yellow Fever vaccination?

Yes. A valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Mali and is part of the visa documentation.

Q: How much does the Mali visa cost?

A single-entry three-month visa is around USD 80, plus bank transfer charges; multiple-entry visas cost more.

Malaysian passport holders need a visa to visit Mali. Mali launched an official online eVisa / entry-authorization portal in 2025, but payment and final issuance are still routed through the nearest Malian diplomatic mission, so plan ahead. A Malaysia ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-exempt for Mali. Mali waives visas only for ECOWAS members and a short list of states (e.g., Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Mauritania, UAE, Hong Kong, Macao); Malaysia is not on it, and Mali generally abolished broad visa-on-arrival back in 2015. As of 2026 the practical route is Mali's official online eVisa / "Autorisation d'entree" system at diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml (launched mid-2025), which collects the application electronically and then routes it to the nearest Malian embassy for fee payment (typically by bank transfer) and issuance. There is no resident Malian embassy in Malaysia, so applications are handled by a regional mission. The short-stay visa allows up to 90 days. A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Travelers should also note that large parts of Mali carry serious security/travel-advisory warnings, but that is separate from the visa decision. Apply only while outside Mali and well before departure, since embassy-handled payment can add days to two weeks.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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

eVisa / entry authorization (embassy-processed), short-stay tourist visa

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days from date of entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry (typical); multiple-entry available by request

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 80 (single-entry, 3 months); paid via embassy bank transfer

consular fee only

Processing time

A few days up to ~2 weeks after payment confirmation

standard track

Validity

Stay of up to 3 months; visa typically valid for the specified travel window

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa and gather prerequisites

Malaysia is not visa-exempt for Mali. Ensure your passport is valid at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and has blank pages. Get a Yellow Fever vaccination and keep the international certificate.

· Passport 6+ months validity· Yellow Fever certificate required

/02

Apply online via the official Mali portal

Create your application on Mali's official eVisa / entry-authorization site diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml. The site is in French; complete the form with your travel details and upload supporting documents.

· diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml· French-language site

/03

Upload required supporting documents

Provide a passport bio-page copy, Yellow Fever card, a hotel reservation, round-trip flight itinerary (arrival/departure), and, where requested, a letter of invitation.

· Hotel + flights· Invitation if requested

/04

Receive your reference number and pay the fee

The system issues a reference number and routes your file to the nearest Malian embassy handling Malaysia. Email that mission for bank-transfer details and pay the visa fee (around USD 80 single entry).

· Pay by bank transfer· ~USD 80

/05

Wait for the Autorisation d'entree to be issued

After your payment is confirmed, the embassy issues the entry authorization, typically within a few days to two weeks. Apply only while outside Mali and early.

· A few days to 2 weeks

/06

Travel with printed and physical documents

Carry a printout of your authorization plus your passport and Yellow Fever certificate. Present them on arrival in Mali; the stay clock starts when you enter.

· Print the authorization· Carry Yellow Fever card

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Malaysia -> Mali · eVisa / entry authorization (embassy-processed), short-stay tourist visa

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredMalaysian passport valid 6+ months beyond stay, with blank pages

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

required

RequiredCompleted application on diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml (official portal)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredPassport bio-page scan/copy

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

required

RequiredYellow Fever vaccination certificate (international)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed hotel/accommodation reservation

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredRound-trip flight itinerary (arrival and departure)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of visa fee payment (bank transfer confirmation)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedRecent passport-style photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

recommended

ConditionalLetter of invitation (if requested by the mission)

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

conditional

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Mali - Wikipedia Mali Official Diplomacy / eVisa Portal How to Get a Malian E-visa - Saiga Tours

Application link included: Visa policy of Mali - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry short-stay visa (3 months)~USD 80Standard tourist visa fee; paid to the Malian embassy by bank transfer

Multiple-entry visa~USD 100-150Higher fee where offered; confirm with the issuing mission

Bank transfer / handling charges~USD 5-30Charged by your bank for the international transfer to the embassy

Yellow Fever vaccination~RM 150-250Mandatory health requirement, obtained in Malaysia before travel

Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 180incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa / embassy processing

A few days to ~2 weeks

Online application plus embassy fee payment and issuance after bank transfer confirmation

Buffer for no resident mission in Malaysia

Add several extra days

Because no Malian embassy is in Malaysia, files route to a regional mission; allow extra mailing/communication time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Malaysia is not on Mali's visa-exemption list

Mali waives visas mainly for ECOWAS members and a handful of states; Malaysia is not among them.

High

/02

Mali abolished broad visa-on-arrival

Since 2015 Mali generally requires a visa obtained before travel rather than on arrival.

High

/03

Official eVisa portal now exists

Mali's 2025 online entry-authorization system is the current application channel, though embassy-handled.

Medium

/04

Yellow Fever certificate is mandatory

Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry and for the visa file.

Medium

/05

No Malian embassy in Malaysia

Applications are routed to a regional Malian mission, adding processing time.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Malaysia to Mali route verified

Confirmed visa-required status with official eVisa/entry-authorization portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml, launched mid-2025) routed through Malian embassies; 90-day stay, ~USD 80 single-entry fee, mandatory Yellow Fever certificate.

/09 — The questions