| Country |
Republic
of Malawi |
| Land |
118,484
sqkm (20% is Lake Malawi) |
| Popilation |
13.0 million |
| Language |
English (Official language), Chichewa (National language) |
| Currency |
1Kwacha=100tambala, 142Kwacha=1$ (September, 2009)
Exchange from the US dollar to Kwacha etc. : in money bureau, Banks, Hotels or at the airport.
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| Correspondence |
"Telephone bureau" are a lot in the market and the roadside.
The person reports, and puts the number.
In the large city, there is Internet cafe, too. |
| Power supply |
240V 50HZ, Type of Socket is BF (square and three holel) |
| Security |
It is always advisable to exercise caution when walking after sunset by oneself and usage of taxi is advisable.
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Main Exports |
Tobacco, Tea, Coffee, Sugar, Cotton |
| Main Imports |
Machinery, Fertiliser, Chemicals
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Passport & Visa
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Visas are required by all entering the country except nationals of Belgium, most Commonwealth countries, Finland, France, Germany, Holland, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Scandinavia, Spain, and the USA. Check with your travel agent or a Malawi mission abroad; regulations change from time to time. Your passport should be valid for six months |
| Travel Company |
Land and Lake Safaris
Tel: +265 (0) 1 757 120
URL http://www.landlake.net
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Soche Tours and Travel
Tel: +265 (0) 1 820 777
URL http://www.sochetours.mw |
Ulendo Travel
Tel: +265 (0) 1 754 950
URL http://www.ulendo.net |
Wilderness Safaris
Tel: +265 (0) 1 771 153
URL http://www.wilderness-safaris.com |