Malawi - Consulate of France in Blantyre

You are a Malawi citizen or you are from France and are looking for information on the consulate of France in Blantyre situated in Malawi. A consulate in Blantyre could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of France. It all depends on the importance of Blantyre and Malawi in the relationships with the government of France.

The difference between consulates found in Blantyre are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of France in Malawi besides Blantyre

Or the embassy of France in Malawi

French Embassy Office in Lilongwe, Malawi c/o German Embassy Convention Drive (Capital City) Lilongwe 3 Malawi
Email: - Tel: (+265) 1 771 454 - Website:

Consulate Appointment in Blantyre

Most consulates in Blantyre need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of France in Blantyre first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Blantyre do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Malawi or France.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Blantyre please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.