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How to Get a Taxpayer Identification Number (TPIN) in Malawi

updated on : Thursday, 1 Oct, 2026 · 3 min read · from 1 official source

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A Taxpayer Identification Number (TPIN) is required to clear goods duty free and conduct business with the Malawi Revenue Authority. You can register for a TPIN through Msonkho Online on the MRA’s website or by contacting the MRA Call Centre for assistance.1

How to register

You can register for a TPIN in two ways. First, you can use Msonkho Online on the MRA’s website at www.mra.mw to register yourself. Second, you can contact the MRA Call Centre on 672 (free to call) and they will assist you to register for tax and obtain your TPIN.1

A step-by-step process for registering for tax and obtaining a TPIN can be downloaded from the MRA’s website.1

Who needs a TPIN

Only individuals with a Taxpayer Identification Number are eligible to clear goods duty free. If you do not have a TPIN, you must register to obtain one.1

Official sources

  1. TAX GUIDE FOR CROSS BORDER TRADERS 2022 mra.mw · PDF

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