Malawian citizens in Belgium, and Belgian residents planning a trip to Malawi, can contact the Embassy of Malawi in Brussels.
Contact Details
| Address | Boulevard de la Plaine 11, 1050 Brussels, Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 2 231 09 80 |
| Fax | +32 2 673 56 07 |
| embassy.malawi@skynet.be | |
| Website | www.embassymalawi.be |
| Head of Mission | Naomi Aretha Ngwira, Ambassador |
| National Day | 6 July |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 14:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Belgian protocol list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Belgian and Malawian public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Boulevard de la Plaine 11, 1050 Brussels.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Thursday from 09:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00; Friday from 09:30 to 14:00.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Malawian Embassy in Brussels
Naomi Aretha Ngwira heads the embassy as ambassador; the Belgian list gives 6 December 2021 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Many embassies in Brussels are also accredited to Luxembourg, and some Malawian diplomats in the city work with the European Union and NATO – these are separate missions with their own staff.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Malawian passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Malawi
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Visa and entry information for Belgian citizens
Belgian citizens need a visa for Malawi (up to 30 days); it can be applied for online. The Belgian Foreign Ministry keeps the entry rules for Belgians in its travel documents database; check it before booking.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Belgian holidays such as 21 July (National Day), 15 August and 11 November; Malawian celebrations on 6 July (national day) usually mean a closure too. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +32 2 231 09 80. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Belgian emergency number is 112 (police: 101).
Diplomatic missions of Malawi in Belgium
Malawi in Belgium
- Brussels – Embassy of Malawi (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Malawi in Brussels
Where is the Malawian Embassy in Brussels?
At Boulevard de la Plaine 11, 1050 Brussels.
What are the opening hours of the Malawian Embassy in Brussels?
According to the embassy: Monday to Thursday from 09:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00; Friday from 09:30 to 14:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Malawi to Belgium?
Naomi Aretha Ngwira, according to the Belgian protocol list of 8 October 2026.
Is the Malawian Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Malawi is 6 July; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Belgians need a visa to travel to Malawi?
Yes, but it can be applied for online.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Protocol – heads of mission and embassy addresses (as of 8 October 2026), Belgian Foreign Ministry – directory of foreign embassies in Belgium, Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents for Belgians, www.embassymalawi.be. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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