Residence in Mali: permits and requirements
Living legally in Mali is possible through 3 permit types: work, study, investment. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Salaried-worker residence card (Carte de Séjour Salarié)
Residence type #1 of 3
Residence permit for foreigners carrying on salaried activity in Mali.
Requirements
- Holding an employment contract
- The employer's work authorisation
- Lawful entry into Mali
Documentation
- Valid passport
- Employment contract
- Work authorisation
- Medical certificate
- Identity photos
- Proof of accommodation
Frequently asked questions about residence in Mali
How many types of residence permits are there in Mali?
Mali offers 3 residence permit types, grouped into the categories work, study, investment. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Mali last?
Durations vary by permit type: Visa/residence card of 6 months to 1 year renewable (Decree 05-322/P-RM art. 16); Immigrant resident card (investor); lapses after 6 months abroad (Decree 05-322 art. 31-37). The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Mali be renewed?
Yes. All residence permit types of Mali (3 in total) are renewable before their expiration, according to the rules of each program.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Mali?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Valid passport; Identity photos; Justificante de domicilio. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Mali lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Naturalization by decree pathway, which requires 10 years (5 in special cases) of legal residence. The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Mali.
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