Government Advisory
45
ElevatedLevel 2: Exercise increased caution
Malawi
AfricaHigher risk than 70% of countries. Main concerns: civil unrest and petty crime.
Traveler Practical Risk
51
ElevatedConfidence: high. Main drivers: civil unrest, petty crime, transport reliability.
Risk Profile
Score breakdown across 7 risk dimensions
📢Civil Unrest
Africa avg: 7275
🔓Petty Crime
Africa avg: 5768
🚌Transport
Africa avg: 6667
🎭Scams
Africa avg: 6662
⚠️Violent Incident
Africa avg: 5030
🌊Natural Disaster
Africa avg: 2424
🏥Health
Africa avg: 4318
Practical advice
- ✓Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
- ✓Monitor local developments and avoid demonstrations or fast-changing border areas.
Data Sources & Updates · Last updated 2/25/2026
Indicators: World Bank Governance & Stability Indicators (2024)
Recent update: Updated 2026-02-25 from refreshed advisory and traveler risk indicators.
Frequently Asked Questions — Malawi
- Is Malawi safe to travel to?
- Malawi has a practical risk score of 51/100 (Elevated). The government advisory level is "Elevated". Main risk drivers are civil unrest and petty crime.
- What are the main travel risks in Malawi?
- The primary risk factors for travelers in Malawi are: civil unrest, petty crime, transport reliability. Petty crime is rated 68/100 and violent incidents 30/100.
- What is the current travel advisory for Malawi?
- The U.S. Department of State advisory for Malawi is "Elevated" (score: 45/100). Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- What safety tips should I know before visiting Malawi?
- Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas. Monitor local developments and avoid demonstrations or fast-changing border areas.
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