Mali Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
25
Visa on arrival
1
eTA / e-Visa
172
Total streamlined
198
Visa required in advance
0

Mali's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. Every nationality not covered by visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry can apply online for an eTA or e-Visa - no embassy visit required.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Mali Visa-Free (25)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Mali without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Mali (1)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Mali border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Mali (172)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

Show all 172

Fees

Mali Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Tourist/regular visa - 3 months single entry

    3 months, single entryofficial sourcemaliembassy.us ↗

    USD 80

  • Tourist/regular visa - 3 months multiple entry

    3 months, multiple entryofficial sourcemaliembassy.us ↗

    USD 110

  • Tourist/regular visa - 6 months multiple entry

    6 months, multiple entryofficial sourcemaliembassy.us ↗

    USD 200

  • Tourist/regular visa - 1 year multiple entry

    1 year, multiple entryofficial sourcemaliembassy.us ↗

    USD 370

  • Business visa (regular visa, same schedule as tourist)

    3 months single entry (longer/multiple-entry options per tourist schedule)official sourcemaliembassy.us ↗

    USD 80

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Transit

Mali Transit Visa

Mali publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Mali Transit Visa

Entry authorization for foreign nationals transiting through Mali en route to a third country.

apply online

Transit visa is referenced as a passport type/purpose category in the Mali Ministry of Foreign Affairs online portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml/vitrine/), which accepts applications by nationality and passport type. Specific fee and duration not published on accessible official pages. Syrian nationals are refused even airside transit. Apply online via the MFA portal.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Mali Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Mali?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Mali visa-free, with a visa on arrival or with an eTA or e-Visa. Every nationality we track qualifies for one of these streamlined routes.

Which countries can visit Mali without a visa?

25 countries can visit Mali without a visa in 2026, including: Algeria, Andorra, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Mali.

How do I apply for a Mali tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Mali, you can apply online for an eTA or e-Visa - no embassy visit required. You will generally need:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed online application
  • Digital photo
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Mali without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Mali varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

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