Nomad Rank
Total Score
Country
Malawi
Capital City
Lilongwe
Language
English, Chewa
Currency
Malawian kwacha
Region
Africa
Landlocked
Yes
Malawi Passport
Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking
The Malawi Passport is currently ranked Number 133T in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 53. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Malawi’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.
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Travel Destinations from Malawi 50% in total score
For the Malawi Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Malawi a Travel Score of 80 which means that Malawi passport holders can enter a total of 80 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.
Taxation in Malawi 20% in total score
For the Malawi Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Malawi a Taxation Score of 30, meaning that Malawi allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.
Perception 10% in total score
For the Malawi Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Malawi a Perception Score of 10, meaning that Malawi citizens are refused entry to a substantial number of countries and/or encounter substantial hostility.
Dual Citizenship 10% in total score
For the Malawi Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Malawi a Dual Citizenship Score of 30, meaning that Malawi citizens are often allowed to hold other citizenships but with certain restrictions.
Freedom 10% in total score
For the Malawi Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Malawi a Freedom Score of 30, meaning that Malawi citizens have intermediate freedom.
