Business & investor visas
Malawian Business Residence Permit
The permit for self-employed investors and business owners carrying on a business in Malawi, for those establishing or running their own enterprise in the country.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Malawi government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Business Residence Permit (BRP)
- Route type
- Investor / self-employed residence permit
- Minimum investment
- USD 50,000 from a legal source outside Malawi
- Threshold stated by the Department of Immigration
- Validity
- 5 years, renewable for further 5-year periods
- Validity stated by the Department
Who it is for
- Foreign investors and self-employed entrepreneurs establishing or running a business in Malawi
- Partners or proprietors engaging in a profession or occupation for profit
Requirements
- Minimum investment of USD 50,000 originating from a legal source outside Malawi
- A completed BRP application form with supporting documents
- Payment of the processing fees
How to apply
- Complete the BRP application form
- Submit it with supporting documents to Immigration Headquarters or a Regional Immigration Office
- Pay the processing fees for the application to be considered
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.