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Mali visas

Whether you need a visa to enter Mali depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay: citizens of some countries are exempt, while most other travellers must obtain a visa before arrival. Visas are issued by Malian diplomatic and consular missions under the Ministère des Affaires Étrangères et de la Coopération Internationale, while entry control, residence permits and naturalisation involve the Police Nationale (Ministry of Security and Civil Protection) and Malian law. Always confirm the current rules for your nationality with an official Malian mission before you travel, as requirements can change.

Malian visa application at a glance

From start to finish in five simple steps.

  1. 01Choose the right visa
  2. 02Check eligibility & documents
  3. 03Apply online
  4. 04Provide biometrics
  5. 05Wait for a decision
See the full application process

Mali — key facts

Visa authority
Ministère des Affaires Étrangères et de la Coopération Internationale (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation)
Application
Online (in most cases)
Biometrics
Usually required
Currency
West African CFA franc (XOF)
Time zone
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0)

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.