Madagascar visa on arrival for citizens of Greece: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Madagascar, and citizens of Greece can obtain it on arrival, for stays up to 90 days.
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Processing time
On arrival
Allowed stay
90 days
Our guide to the Madagascar visa from Greece
Greek nationals need a visa to enter Madagascar. The applicable arrangement is a visa on arrival: apply at the airport or border visa desk before being admitted to the country.
The visa-on-arrival process allows Greek travellers to complete visa formalities directly at their point of entry in Madagascar. The associated stay duration is 90 days. Before travelling, check current requirements with the official portal or embassy.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, travellers holding Greek nationality need a visa to travel to Madagascar. The visa is issued on arrival at the relevant entry point, rather than through a prior process described here. The stay duration associated with this arrangement is 90 days.
How much does a visa for Madagascar cost from Greece?
The official fee for a visa for Madagascar is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Madagascar really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for a visa for Madagascar?
The exact list for Madagascar is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Madagascar before you apply.
Documents and fees
The available information does not specify the documents to present or the applicable fees. Consult the official portal or embassy for the current list of required items and payment arrangements. If cash payment is officially accepted, bring exact change where this is relevant.
How to apply for a visa for Madagascar from Greece
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
How to apply
On arrival at the airport or border, go to the visa-on-arrival desk before continuing with entry formalities. Follow the officers’ instructions to submit the requested items and make payment using the applicable method. Confirm the exact process with the official portal or embassy before travelling.
Where do you apply for a visa for Madagascar from Greece?
A visa on arrival for Madagascar is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Greece on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Greece but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Madagascar take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Processing times and tips
The available information does not state a processing time or expected waiting time on arrival. Allow time to visit the visa desk before completing the remaining entry steps. Check the official portal or embassy shortly before departure for the requirements that apply to your trip.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
A common mistake is assuming that a visa on arrival removes the need to check current requirements before travelling. Do not rely on outdated information about documents, fees, or payment. Always consult the official portal or embassy and follow the instructions given at the entry point.
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Other visa types for Madagascar
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on August 9, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Visa on arrival or e-Visa (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Duration
90 days
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Processing time
72 hours
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
€39–49
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Transit visa
Transit visa
Duration
5 days
Processing time
72 hours
Official websiteVerified
Family Reunification
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Price
€39–49
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips to extend your stay in Madagascar
- Request the extension of your visa before it expires from the local immigration services.
- Always keep a copy of your passport and visa during your procedures.
- Ensure you have sufficient funds and a return or onward ticket to facilitate formalities.
- In case of doubt, contact the Madagascar embassy in Greece for personalized information.
A Greek tourist arriving in Antananarivo can obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, then request an additional 30-day extension from the local immigration police by presenting their passport, proof of funds, and a return ticket.
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