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Country Guide > Africa > Mali | |
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Passport/Visa
Passports Passport valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all except the following in possession of a valid ID card: (a) nationals of ECOWAS countries; (b) nationals of Algeria, Andorra, Cameroon, Chad, The Gambia, Monaco, Morocco and Tunisia. Visas Required by all except the following for stays of up to three months: (a) nationals of the countries referred to under passport exemptions above; (b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport. Types of visa and cost Tourist, Business and Transit: single entry: US$80 (three months); multiple entry: US$110 (three months); US$200 (six months); US$370 (one year). Cost of Visa Conversion Table
Validity One month from the date of entry, although visas can be extended in Mali, either in Bamako at the Immigration Service or at any police station. Visas may be obtained up to three months in advance of travelling to Mali. Application to Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Contact Addresses section. Application requirements (a) Valid passport. (b) Two application forms (must be completed in block capitals and returned to the consulate with several photocopies of the form). (c) Two passport-size photos. (d) Stamped, self-addressed envelope for postal applications (which must be sent by registered post). (e) Fee; payable in cash, company cheque or postal order (personal cheques are not accepted). (f) Copy of airline itinerary or flight ticket(s). (g) Yellow fever certificate, if travelling from an infected area. (h) Proof of hotel reservation. Business: (a)-(h) and, (i) Letter of invitation from company, stating purpose of trip. Transit: (a)-(h) and, (i) Copies of onward tickets and visas to further destinations. Working days required Five. Visas can be issued more quickly (in three days) for an additional fee of US$10. Temporary residence Enquire at Embassy. |