For admission into secondary schools in Malawi, these are the general requirements that prospective students must consider. These include:
- Signed and completed Application forms
- A non-refundable application fee
- Passport-size photos of the students
- National I.D or passport if over the age of 16
- Copy of Passport biodata page
- Passport photographs of parents or guardians
- Medical Reports or records
- Copy of applicant’s birth certificate
- latest reports from the previous school
- Proof of Residence in Malawi
- Recommendation letter from applicant’s previous school
- Study visa/ permit
- Residence permit
- Proof of acceptance of admission into a school or institution in Malawi.
Other requirements vary depending on the school. There are also immigration requirements including a visa or permit to study in Malawi. Any foreigner who intends to study in Malawi must have a valid visa issued by the Malawian embassy in their country. They should also have a residence permit that allows them to reside in Malawi beyond a period of 3 months.