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Visitor & short-stay visas

Malian Visa-Free Entry

For nationals of exempt countries, this route allows short visits to Mali without a visa, covering brief stays for travellers who qualify by nationality.

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The list of exempt nationalities and the permitted visa-free period are changing following Mali's ECOWAS withdrawal/AES membership and are not confirmed against a current official published list; verify 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.
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Official name
Visa exemption / free movement
Route type
Visa-free short stay
Applies to
Nationals of exempt countries (subject to change)
Who is exempt
ECOWAS citizens plus Algeria, Cameroon, Andorra, Monaco, Chad, Gambia, Morocco, Mauritania and Tunisia
Listed by the Embassy of the Republic of Mali (USA)
Document needed
Valid passport or national identity card
Per the Mali Embassy (USA)
Cost
No visa fee
Exempt nationals pay nothing for a visa
Yellow fever
Certificate still required
Visa exemption does not waive the vaccination requirement

Who it is for

  • Nationals of countries Mali exempts from the visa requirement for short visits.
  • Travellers making short, non-work visits within the permitted period.

Requirements

  • A valid passport or accepted identity document, per your nationality's rules.
  • Travel within the permitted purpose and duration for exempt entry.

How to apply

There is no application to complete in advance. Present your valid passport or accepted national ID card and your yellow fever certificate to immigration officers on arrival, who will record your entry.

Frequently asked questions

  • The Embassy of the Republic of Mali continues to list ECOWAS nationals among those who do not require a visa. Because arrangements in the region are changing, confirm the current position with a Malian mission before you travel.

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.

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