🇲🇬Madagascar Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Madagascar?
It depends on your passport. Out of 194 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 194 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa on arrival
194
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Madagascar tourist e-visa
Madagascar publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Madagascar eVisa
30-50 EURStay: 30 / 60 / 90 daysProcessing: 72 hours
Transit visa for Madagascar
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 5 days
Data updated on · Official source
Pick your nationality to see the rule
Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Madagascar visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Madagascar applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- TunisiaVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- TogoVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- ItalyVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- RussiaVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- SenegalVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- GermanyVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- CanadaVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- FranceVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- BrazilVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- GreeceVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
- BelgiumVisa on arrivalStay: 90 days
Madagascar visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Madagascar publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa on arrival or e-Visa (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days | Portal | |||
| Madagascar eVisa | Short stay | 30 / 60 / 90 days | 30-50 EUR | 72 hours | Portal | |
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 72 hours | Multiple | Portal | |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 39-49 EUR | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 39-49 EUR | 30 business days | Portal | |
| Transit visa | Transit | 5 days | 72 hours | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Antananarivo
Population
32,900,000
Currency
Malagasy Ariary (MGA Ar)
Languages
Malagasy, French
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+261
Timezone
Indian/Antananarivo
Area
587,041 km²
Government
Semi-presidential republic
National day
June 26 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.mg
About
Madagascar is an island nation in the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa. It is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and diverse landscapes. The country faces economic and nutritional challenges despite sustained population growth.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night
Terrorism(Low)
- General vigilance recommended
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Avoid overcrowded public transport
Natural risks(Frequent cyclones and droughts)
- Monitor weather alerts
- Prepare an emergency kit
Health(Limited healthcare system)
- Vaccinations against hepatitis A/B, typhoid, rabies
- Bottled water only
Practical tips
- Register with the travel registry
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Local currency in cash
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Antananarivo · estimated in October 2026
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Madagascar?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Madagascar across 194 nationalities: 194 with a visa on arrival. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Madagascar visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 30 EUR (Madagascar eVisa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Madagascar?▾
Madagascar issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 5 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Madagascar?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "High risk due to crime, political instability, and natural disasters.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Madagascar?▾
The official currency is Malagasy Ariary (MGA Ar). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Madagascar?▾
The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo. The main spoken languages are: Malagasy, French.
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