Moving to Czech Republic from Malawi
What to Expect
Considering a move from Malawi to Czech Republic? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Malawi to Czech Republic, and you’d need to navigate life in Czech and Slovak. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Prague averages 57°F vs 75°F in Lilongwe, making it significantly cooler.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Malawi to Czech Republic.
people moved from Malawi to Czech Republic · OECD (latest data available)
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Czech Republic compared to Malawi.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
Czech Republic performs significantly better than Malawi across all safety metrics.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Malawi generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Czech Republic leads in doctors per 10,000 people.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Malawi generally does better on environment, though Czech Republic leads in air pollution deaths.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
Malawi generally does better on infrastructure, though Czech Republic leads in broadband per 100 people.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Czech Republic performs significantly better than Malawi across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
percentage of adults who can read and write
Czech Republic performs significantly better than Malawi across all family life metrics.
Data: Malawi Revenue Authority, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Lilongwe | Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 78°/61°F (25°/16°C) | 42°/31°F (5°/-1°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 72°/53°F (22°/11°C) | 67°/48°F (19°/9°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 72°/45°F (22°/7°C) | 74°/56°F (23°/13°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 80°/57°F (27°/14°C) | 47°/37°F (8°/2°C) |
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| Month | Lilongwe | Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 78°/61°F (25.5°/16.1°C) | 37°/28°F (2.6°/-2.4°C) |
| Feb | 78°/62°F (25.6°/16.5°C) | 40°/29°F (4.4°/-1.8°C) |
| Mar | 77°/61°F (24.8°/16.0°C) | 48°/35°F (9.1°/1.5°C) |
| Apr | 74°/59°F (23.5°/14.9°C) | 59°/41°F (15.1°/5.1°C) |
| May | 72°/53°F (22.1°/11.6°C) | 69°/49°F (20.3°/9.7°C) |
| Jun | 69°/46°F (20.4°/7.9°C) | 73°/55°F (22.8°/12.7°C) |
| Jul | 69°/44°F (20.3°/6.5°C) | 78°/58°F (25.3°/14.5°C) |
| Aug | 71°/44°F (21.9°/6.6°C) | 77°/58°F (25.1°/14.2°C) |
| Sep | 77°/48°F (25.1°/8.7°C) | 68°/51°F (19.9°/10.5°C) |
| Oct | 81°/53°F (27.2°/11.7°C) | 58°/44°F (14.2°/6.4°C) |
| Nov | 81°/58°F (27.2°/14.2°C) | 45°/36°F (7.2°/2.1°C) |
| Dec | 79°/61°F (26.1°/15.9°C) | 38°/30°F (3.4°/-1.1°C) |
Data:
Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services,
Czech Hydrometeorological Institute
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Malawi and Czech Republic. To live, work, or study long-term in Czech Republic, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Czech Republic's immigration authority.
Malawi passport holder visiting Czech Republic
Visa Required
Czech Republic passport holder visiting Malawi
Visa Online (e-Visa)Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Czech Republic?
Connectivity is usually fine (Czech Republic: 38.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Czech Republic offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Czech Republic safe for expats?
Czech Republic performs significantly better than Malawi across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Czech Republic is 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.8 in Malawi.
How is healthcare in Czech Republic compared to Malawi?
Malawi generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Czech Republic leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 42.5 doctors per 10,000 people in Czech Republic, compared to 0.5 in Malawi. Czech Republic scores 84 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Malawi: 48).
What's the weather like in Czech Republic compared to Malawi?
The average high temperature in Prague is 57°F, compared to 75°F in Lilongwe. Prague receives around 17.1 in of rainfall per year, while Lilongwe gets 50.7 in.
What language do they speak in Czech Republic?
The official languages in Czech Republic are Czech and Slovak. In Malawi, the official languages are Chewa and English.
