Family visas
Malian Family / Accompanying Family Visa
A long-stay route for spouses and dependants joining a family member who is resident in Mali, letting close relatives settle alongside their sponsor in the country.
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There is no single official published page setting out family/dependant visa conditions, eligible relationships, validity or fees; the exact route and requirements must be confirmed with a Malian mission.
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 Mali government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Visa de long séjour (family / accompanying)
- Route type
- Long-stay family/dependant visa
- Basis
- Relationship to a resident or Malian national
- Where to apply
- Official Mali visa portal or a Malian mission
- diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml routes you to the responsible mission
- Key documents
- Proof of family relationship
- For example marriage or birth certificates
- Yellow fever
- Certificate required per traveller
- Each family member needs one to enter
Who it is for
- Spouses and dependants of a foreign national legally resident in Mali.
- Family members of a Malian citizen coming to live in Mali.
Requirements
- Evidence of the family relationship (marriage or birth records).
- Evidence of the sponsoring family member's status or residence in Mali.
- Passport, application form and photographs.
- Residence registration with the Police Nationale after arrival.
How to apply
- Confirm on the official portal at diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml whether the family members' nationalities need a visa
- Apply through the Malian embassy or consulate responsible for your country, or via the online portal
- Submit each traveller's passport, photo, yellow fever certificate and relationship documents
- Pay the fee set for each applicant's nationality and follow the mission's instructions
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.