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Madagascar visa on arrival

You can get a visa when you arrive at an airport with international connections. It covers stays of up to 90 days.

Ways to get a Madagascar visa on arrival

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    Visa on arrival

    Travellers from all countries and territories except Palestine can get a visa on arrival.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Fee
    EUR 30 for a 15-day stay after increases in 2026.
    1. Arrive at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo or another airport with international connections.
    2. Get your visa on arrival at the airport.

Who needs it

Travellers from all countries and territories except Palestine can use the visa on arrival option.

How to apply

  1. Arrive at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo or another airport with international connections.
  2. Get your visa on arrival at the airport.

Good to know

  • Citizens of Palestine are refused entry.
  • Other airports mentioned include Antsiranana, Toamasina and Tuléar.
  • The 15-day fee rose first to EUR 25 and then to EUR 30 in 2026.
  • Fees for longer stays are not given.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Madagascar?

Travellers from all countries and territories except Palestine can use the visa on arrival option.

How long can I stay on a Madagascar visa on arrival?

Up to 90 days.

How much does a Madagascar visa on arrival cost?

EUR 30 for a 15-day stay after increases in 2026.

How do I apply for a Madagascar visa on arrival?

1. 1. Arrive at Ivato International Airport in Antananarivo or another airport with international connections. 2. 2. Get your visa on arrival at the airport.

What rules do I have to follow on a Madagascar visa on arrival?

Citizens of Palestine are refused entry.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Madagascar?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Madagascar visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Madagascar be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Madagascar visa on arrival rules?

On Madagascar's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Madagascar?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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