The venue

Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC)
Umodzi Park
Off Chilembwe Drive, P.O. Box 31489, Lilongwe, Malawi
Telephone: +265 (0) 111 789 888 / +265 (0) 993 915 550 / +265 (0) 887 387 112
Email: info@umodzipark.co.mw
Website: https://umodzipark.co.mw/ConferenceService

 

List of recommended hotels in the vicinity of the venue

The President Hotel
(Walking distance)
Telephone : +265 (0) 111 789 888 / +265 (0) 993 915 550 / +265 (0) 887 387 112 
Email: reservations@umodzipark.co.mw
Website: https://umodzipark.co.mw

Sunbird Capital Hotel
(Walking distance)
Telephone: +265888965119 / +265111773388
Email: capitalres@sunbirdmalawi.com
Website: https://www.sunbirdmalawi.com/hotels/sunbird-capital.html

Golden Peacock Hotel
(Approximately 10 minutes by car)
Telephone: +265 992 883 083 / +265 111 776 668
Email: reservation@goldenpeacockhotellilongwe.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/goldenpeacockhotel.sogecoa

Lifestyle Boutique Hotel
(Approximately 10 minutes by car)
Telephone: +265 111 717 111 / +265 899 717 111 / +265 881 189 700
Email : lifestyle@lifestyleboutique.mw
Website: https://lifestyleboutique.mw 

 

Visa and entry requirements

Participants are kindly advised to ensure that they meet all entry requirements for travel to the host country, including visa and health regulations where applicable.

  • Visa: Please check your eligibility and submit your application through the Malawi e-Visa System. Participants are advised to carry a printed copy of their approved visa when traveling.
  • Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six (6) months from the date of entry and has sufficient blank pages.
  • Supporting documents: Carry your invitation letter, accommodation confirmation, return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds.
  • Health requirements: A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if you are traveling from or transiting through a country with risk of Yellow Fever transmission.

Participants are encouraged to complete all formalities in advance to facilitate smooth entry procedures.

PUBLIC NOTICE from the Malawi e-Visa System (Effective 24th February, 2026)

Visa on arrival eligibility for designated countries:

The Government of Malawi hereby informs the general public, international partners, airlines, and all relevant stakeholders that nationals of Category two countries are now eligible to obtain a Visa on Arrival at all designated ports of entry into the Republic of Malawi. However, nationals of Category one countries must obtain a visa or prior authorization before departure.

Important guidance to travelers:

While eligible nationals may obtain a Visa on Arrival, travelers are strongly encouraged to apply for a visa prior to departure through the official evisa portal (evisa.gov.mw) in order to facilitate smoother travel arrangements, reduce processing time at ports of entry, and avoid potential delays. All travelers are required to comply with standard entry requirements and are hereby advised that the issuance of a Visa on Arrival is subject to full compliance with the provisions of the Malawi Immigration laws and regulations.