Mali Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

Philippinespassport Malidestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Mali. Fee: USD 100 (~USD 100). Processing: Variable. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Mali withdrew from ECOWAS Jan 2025 (joined AES — Alliance of Sahel States with Burkina Faso, Niger). DFA Level 3-4 advisory — Sahel security crisis. Yellow Fever MANDATORY. Embassy-only visa, very limited Filipino flow.

Visa types: Tourist Visa (extremely rare); Business Visa (gold mining sector); Work Visa; Student; Family; Transit; Diplomatic. Wagner/Africa Corps presence affects diplomatic services.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 100 (Tourist/Business)

In USDUSD 100

In PHPPHP 6,100

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 days.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodEmbassy via Paris/Tokyo (mail/in-person)

Application centreEmbassy

Processing timeVariable

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Business)

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Business/Work)

Vaccination Mandatory Yellow Fever (MANDATORY) + Meningitis

Travel Insurance Mandatory

Biometrics No

Police Clearance Yes Yes (Work)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid Filipino Passport (6+ months); Application form (French); 2 photos; Yellow Fever certificate (MANDATORY); Meningitis vaccine recommended; Travel insurance covering conflict zone (most policies exclude Mali); Cash USD/CFA Franc; Confirmed accommodation; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; For Business/Work: Malian entity invitation + MoFA approval; DFA travel advisory clearance may be required at NAIA.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 100 (~USD 100) Variable

Common rejection reasons

Common PH rejections: (1) DFA Level 3-4 advisory — NAIA may deny departure; (2) Active Sahel security crisis affects everything; (3) Missing Yellow Fever cert; (4) No verified Malian sponsor; (5) Inadequate insurance for conflict zone; (6) French-language documentation; (7) Wagner/Africa Corps presence; (8) AES diplomatic alignment with Russia affects assessment for US-bound onward travel.

Good to know

Mali visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Mali with a Philippines passport?

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Mali (Single entry). Apply via Embassy via Paris/Tokyo (mail/in-person).

How much does a Mali visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

The Mali visa fee is USD 100 (about PHP 6,100). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Mali visa?

Typical processing for a Mali visa is Variable. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Mali on this visa?

A Mali visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 days.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Mali visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Mali visa via Embassy via Paris/Tokyo (mail/in-person). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months.